The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is an essential standardized test for students applying to graduate, business, and PhD programs worldwide. After taking the GRE, the next step is sending your scores to universities to complete your application.
ETS (Educational Testing Service), which conducts the GRE, allows test-takers to send their scores to universities in two ways:
✔ Free Score Reports – Sent on test day (up to 4 universities).
✔ Additional Score Reports – Sent after the exam for an additional fee.
In this guide, we will explain how to send GRE scores, the ScoreSelect option, fees, timelines, and expert tips to ensure your scores reach your chosen universities on time.
How to Send GRE Scores to Universities on Test Day (Free Reports)
✔ When you take the GRE, you can send scores to up to 4 universities for free.
✔ This selection must be made before you leave the test center or before submitting your at-home GRE exam.
📌 Steps to Send Free GRE Score Reports on Test Day
- Before the Test Begins: You will be asked to select up to 4 universities or institutions to receive your scores.
- Choose Your Score Option:
- Most Recent Score: Send only the scores from your current test.
- All Scores: Send scores from all GRE General Tests you have taken in the past 5 years.
- Confirm Selections: Once submitted, these cannot be changed later.
💡 Why It Matters? Free score reports save money (since additional reports cost extra). If you’re confident in your test performance, use this option wisely.
How to Send Additional GRE Score Reports After the Exam
✔ If you need to send your GRE scores to more than 4 universities, you must request Additional Score Reports (ASR).
✔ Each additional GRE score report costs $30 per school.
📌 Steps to Send GRE Scores After the Exam
- Log in to Your ETS Account → www.ets.org/mygre
- Click on "Send Additional Score Reports."
- Select the universities or programs where you want to send your scores.
- Choose the ScoreSelect option (Most Recent, All, or Any Specific Scores).
- Complete the payment ($30 per university).
- Submit the request, and ETS will process your score report.
💡 Why It Matters? If you did well on a specific GRE test, you can choose to send only your best scores using the ScoreSelect feature.
Understanding the GRE ScoreSelect Option
✔ The ScoreSelect option allows you to choose which GRE scores to send to universities.
✔ You can send your best scores instead of sending all previous attempts.
📌 GRE ScoreSelect Options
| Option | What It Does | When to Use It? |
|---|---|---|
| Most Recent Score | Sends only your latest test score | If your latest test score is your best |
| All Scores | Sends all GRE scores from the past 5 years | If all your scores are strong |
| Any Specific Scores | Send scores from selected test attempts | If you want to send only your highest score |
💡 Pro Tip: If you have taken the GRE multiple times, use ScoreSelect to send only your highest scores.
How Much Does It Cost to Send GRE Scores?
✔ First 4 reports are free if selected on test day.
✔ Additional score reports cost $30 per recipient.
📌 GRE Score Reporting Fees
| Service | Fee (USD) | Approx. INR Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Sending scores to 4 universities on test day | Free | Free |
| Additional Score Report (ASR) per school | $30 | ₹2,500 |
| Score Review for Analytical Writing (AWA) | $60 | ₹5,000 |
| GRE Score Reinstatement (if canceled) | $50 | ₹4,200 |
💡 Why It Matters? Sending GRE scores can get expensive, so choose your universities wisely.
How Long Does It Take to Send GRE Scores?
✔ For most universities, GRE scores take 5-10 days to be sent after ordering.
✔ Scores sent to institutions that receive them electronically arrive faster than those sent by mail.
📌 GRE Score Reporting Timelines
| When You Send Scores | Time for Scores to Reach Universities |
|---|---|
| On Test Day (Free Reports) | 10-15 days after your test |
| Online Additional Score Reports | 5-10 business days |
| Paper Score Reports (Mailed) | 4-6 weeks |
💡 Pro Tip: Send scores at least 3 weeks before your university application deadline to avoid delays.
How to Ensure Your GRE Scores Reach Universities on Time?
✔ Check Application Deadlines: Send scores at least 3-4 weeks before deadlines.
✔ Verify University GRE Codes: Each university has a unique ETS GRE code (check before submitting scores).
✔ Use Electronic Score Reporting: If your university accepts electronic GRE reports, your scores will arrive faster.
💡 Pro Tip: If your deadline is approaching and your scores haven’t arrived, contact the university admissions office and provide your ETS score report confirmation number.
FAQs About Sending GRE Scores to Universities
1. How do I send my GRE scores for free?
✔ You can send scores to up to 4 universities for free if you select them on test day.
2. How much does it cost to send GRE scores after the test?
✔ Each additional score report costs $30 per university.
3. How long does it take to send GRE scores to universities?
✔ Scores typically take 5-10 business days for online reports and 4-6 weeks for mailed reports.
4. Can I send GRE scores to multiple universities?
✔ Yes! You can send scores to as many universities as you want, but each additional report costs $30.
5. Can I choose which GRE scores to send?
✔ Yes, using ScoreSelect, you can send only your best scores instead of all previous attempts.
6. Can I send GRE scores after submitting my university application?
✔ Yes, but ensure that your scores reach the university before the deadline.
Conclusion
✔ Plan ahead and send GRE scores at least 3-4 weeks before application deadlines.
✔ Use ScoreSelect to send only your best scores.
✔ Take advantage of the 4 free score reports on test day to save money.
✔ If sending scores later, expect 5-10 business days for electronic reports and 4-6 weeks for mailed reports.
