Store Contact Us Search: For Test Takers For Institutions ETS Home > GRE Home > Subject Tests > About the Tests Sign In / Register About the GRE® Subject Tests What Are the Subject Tests? The GRE® Subject Tests are achievement tests that measure your knowledge of a particular field of study. Each Subject Test is intended for students who have an undergraduate major or extensive background in one of the following disciplines: Chemistry Mathematics Physics Psychology Show what you know about a specific subject and graduate schools will take notice. The Subject Tests can help you stand out from other applicants by emphasizing your knowledge and skill level in a specific area. The GRE® Biology Test and the GRE® Literature in English Test were discontinued in May 2021. The GRE® Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology Test was discontinued in December 2016. Scores on these tests will continue to be reportable for five years per GRE® score reporting policy. Test Content Learn more about what is on each of the GRE Subject Tests, including an overview and content specifications. Test Locations and Dates The Subject Tests are given at paper-delivered test centers worldwide up to three times a year, in September, October and April. Registration Learn more about registration, testing options, how to set up and use your ETS account, and more. Test Prep Prepare with official free materials from the makers of the test and feel more confident on test day. Scores Find out how and when you will get your scores, how to send them and how to understand them. Who Takes Them? Prospective graduate school applicants take the Subject Tests. Applicants come from varying educational and cultural backgrounds, and the GRE Subject Tests provide a common measure for comparing candidates' qualifications. GRE Subject Test scores are used by admissions or fellowship panels to supplement your undergraduate records, recommendation letters and other qualifications for graduate-level study. Some Subject Tests yield subscores that can indicate the strengths and weaknesses in an individual test taker's preparation and may also be useful for guidance and placement purposes. Who Accepts Them? GRE Subject Test scores are accepted by thousands of graduate schools, including individual departments or divisions within these schools. See a list of Institutions and Fellowship Sponsors Approved to Receive GRE Scores. Although the scores may not be a requirement for admission to a particular program, admissions committees are likely to consider the scores if they are submitted. It's best to contact the specific graduate program you're interested in and inquire about their requirements. See also: Student fair schedule Navigation for GRE Home Navigation for General Test Navigation for Subject Tests About the Tests Test Content and Structure▼ Test Fairness and Validity Bulletin and Forms Tools for Success▼ Registration Prepare for a Test On Test Day Scores Frequently Asked Questions Navigation for Considering an Advanced Degree? Follow GRE: ETS on LinkedIn About ETS Careers Contact Us Disabilities ETS Store News: Open Notes Research Educator Licensure English Language Learning ETS Accelerate Higher Education K–12 Student Programs Workplace & Training GRE Tests HiSET Exam Praxis Tests TOEFL Tests TOEIC Tests View All Full product list To advance quality and equity in education by providing fair and valid assessments, research and related services. Our products and services measure knowledge and skills, promote learning and performance, and support education and professional development for all people worldwide. Legal Privacy and Security ETS Trademarks Copyright © 2021 by ETS. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Opens in a new window