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The University of South Carolina offers more than 240 graduate degree and certificate programs, many ranked among the best in the country. Search for your area of study and learn more about all of our degrees.
We have the answers to your questions about the content, structure and the types of questions you'll see on the the GMAT, as well as the costs and where to take the exam. Graduate school is the next logical step and we have the resources you need to begin the process.
The GMAT is a standardized assessment that helps business schools assess the qualifications of applicants for advanced study in business and management. Schools use the test as one predictor of academic performance in an MBA or other graduate program.
The GMAT measures basic verbal, mathematical, and analytical writing skills that you have developed over time. It does not measure specific content from undergraduate study.
Anyone looking to enroll in a graduate level business program will likely need to take the GMAT. Check with the programs you are considering and find out whether or not they require or accept the GMAT.
The GMAT has four sections:
Learn more about the exam structure on the GMAT website.
The GMAT has location specific pricing. Check the GMAT website for exam pricing, cancellation, rescheduling, and other fees.
Practice tests are available free. Download the Powerprep software directly from the GMAT website.
You can contact GMAT between the hours of 7:00 am – 7:00 pm Central Time at 1–800-717-4628 or visit the GMAT website.
The University of South Carolina offers a wide range of master's and doctoral degrees and provides the resources you need to help you make your decision.
The University of South Carolina offers more than 240 graduate degree and certificate programs, many ranked among the best in the country. Search for your area of study and learn more about all of our degrees.
The school offers wide range of programs including undergraduate concentrations, master's programs, and Ph.D. programs.
More than 6,200 graduate students make the University of South Carolina their academic home and they all began with application to the Graduate School. Take a look at the application requirements, deadlines and learn more about what to do before you apply.
Pursuing an advanced degree can be a wise investment and the Graduate School is your starting point to learn about graduate fellowships, assistantships, grants and other forms of financial aid at USC.
The best way to learn about our campus is to see for yourself. Take a quick look around, plan your visit and call the Visitor Center at 800-922-9755 to inquire about available tours for graduate students.
The Career Center can help you identify full and part-time employment options. The center also hosts career fairs, job shadowing opportunities and offers mock interviewing, counseling, career assessments and workshops.
Preparing for the GMAT is a great first step toward business school and if at any time you have questions or need more information, you can ask an expert.