Does the GRE Institution Score Report differ from the Official Score Report I receive?
The GRE Official Score Report is meant for you and carries your personal details, while the Institution Score Report goes to universities and shows only selected information, including the scores you choose to report with ScoreSelect and their percentile ranks. Check the official GRE page for the latest details.
The GRE Official Score Report is meant for you and carries your personal details. The Institution Score Report goes to universities and shows only selected information, including the scores you choose to report with ScoreSelect and their percentile ranks.
Comparing the Two Reports
| Aspect | Official Score Report (for you) | Institution Score Report (for universities) |
|---|---|---|
| Audience | You, the test taker | Universities you send scores to |
| Contact information | Name, phone number and email | Name, address, phone number and email |
| Date of birth, gender, intended major | Included | Included |
| Scores | Test date(s), scores and percentile ranks | Test dates and scores you choose with ScoreSelect, with percentile ranks |
How You Receive Them
- You are informed by email once your official score report is available.
- Your official score report is also sent to the recipients you chose on test day.
- Contents can change, so check the official GRE page for the latest details.
My Advice
Decide which scores to send before you choose recipients, since the university sees only the selected information. Review the official ETS GRE page for the latest score reporting rules.
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