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Package Description:
This package is built for ambitious grad school applicants who want to kick off their GRE prep with expert guidance. Whether you're just starting to explore the test or want a clearer strategy before diving deep, this program helps you take focused, high-impact steps from day one. You’ll partner with a Leland coach to clarify your goals, assess your baseline, and identify the areas that will drive the biggest score improvements. Your coach will help you make smart, early moves so you can prep efficiently and with purpose—ultimately setting you up to reach your target test score. Common coaching activities in this package include, but are not limited to: - Initial Kickoff & Planning Session: Review your academic background, timeline, and target programs to co-create a personalized GRE strategy. - Baseline Assessment: Identify your starting point through diagnostic testing or review of past scores to highlight key strengths and gaps. - Study Plan Design: Build a custom GRE prep roadmap that aligns with your goals, schedule, and preferred learning style. - Concept Overview: Get early exposure to core quantitative, verbal, and analytical writing concepts—and learn how they show up on the test. - Practice Strategy: Learn how to structure your prep and track your progress effectively. - Test-Taking Foundations: Understand the GRE format, timing, and scoring, along with initial strategies to improve pacing and accuracy. This package is ideal for students who want to start strong, avoid common prep pitfalls, and build momentum with expert support. It’s your launchpad to a more focused, empowered GRE prep journey—led by a coach who’s in your corner from the start.
What you'll get from this package
A personalized study plan based on a detailed diagnostic assessment of your current GRE skills
Review of key GRE concepts, including Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, and Analytical Writing
Effective test-taking strategies and time management techniques for each section of the GRE
Final preparation tips, stress management strategies, and confidence-building techniques as your test date approaches
Additional details
Coaching delivered via live sessions and .
Additional expectations or terms of engagement may be provided by coaches (e.g. expected response times, etc.).
Services included:
Quantitative Reasoning
Test Prep Strategy
Analytical Writing
Verbal Reasoning
Tailored Study Plan
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