How important is the GRE verbal section when compared to the GRE math session or the combined score?
There is no blanket answer for this question. Usually schools look at the GRE verbal, math and AWA scores. It depends on a number of factors. Some factors are: The admissions committees of the schools you are considering: At the end of the day, the acceptance decisions are taken by a group of people. There is no prescribed formula. Over the course of time, admissions teams develop different points of view stated or unstated. The applicant profile: The importance of the GRE verbal score varies based on the applicant. For example the admissions team may look at the GRE verbal score of an international applicant more closely than at that of a student from the US or UK where English is the primary language. The program you are applying to: If you are applying for a literature program, the GRE verbal score may be more important than when applying for a math program. The immediate purpose: Often the GRE score is used by teams other than the admissions team. Some examples are: a scholarship d
