Winter vacation is always the peak time to prepare for the GRE, but sometimes, the GRE test has to be cancelled or rescheduled due to some unexpected events. Let's just say that the money that should be taken back from ETS cannot be missing!!
Today's required exam questions will give you a complete combing aboutInformation about GRE cancellations, rescheduling, and refunds.
Payment issues
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How do I pay for the GRE test?
Most countries and regions such as the United States and Canada
The exam costs $220 and the following payment methods are supported:
Credit card Debit card.
paypal
e-Check (for U.S. bank accounts only).
money order
western union quick pay
Chinese mainland
The exam costs $1665 and the following payment methods are supported:
Alipay. China Merchants Bank One Net.
Bank of China BOC Smart Pay (supports WeChat Pay).
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Can I use Alipay or WeChat Pay for home testing in Chinese mainland?
Yes。To register for the GRE General Test at home test in Chinese mainland, candidates will first need to purchase an examination voucher (the fee is in HKD) at the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority1,720 yuan
Rescheduling or cancellation of exams
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What should I do if I have already registered and want to reschedule my exam?
If you have already registered to take the GRE General Exam, you must change or cancel your exam registration four days before the test date, (or at least 10 days if taking the exam in Chinese mainland), otherwiseThe exam fee will not be refunded.
United States, Canada, Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea
The rescheduling fee is $50 for rescheduling the exam through your ETS account**.
For U.S. and Canadian exams, there is also the option to reschedule through**. If you choose to change your time via **, please be prepared to provide your appointment confirmation number and the candidate's full name.
Chinese mainland
Offline exams: The rescheduling fee is 388 and the test time must be changed through the MOEA Test Center account at least 10 days before the test date.
At-home test: You must change your test time through your ETS account at least 4 days before the test date.
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What should I do if I want to cancel an exam I have already registered? Can I get a refund?
Candidates will receive if GRE General Test registration is canceled no later than four days before the test date50% refund of the original exam fee, the remaining payment will be used to cover the cost of processing the candidate's registration and reserving space at the test center. For example, if a candidate has an appointment to take the GRE test in the U.S. on a Saturday, the deadline to cancel the test is Tuesday.
United States, Canada, Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea
Cancel the exam through your ETS account**.
Exams in the U.S. and Canada, with the option to cancel via **. If you choose to change your time via **, please be prepared to provide your appointment confirmation number and the candidate's full name.
Chinese mainland
Offline exams: Must be passed no later than 10 days before the test dateMinistry of Education Examination Center AccountCancel the exam.
At-home test: Must be passed at least 4 days before the test dateETS accountCancel the exam.
Other cost issues
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How do I request a refund of my NEEA account balance?
If you have a balance in your account for GRE registration at the MOEA Test Center, you can request a refund of the balance at any time. Candidates can log in to register**, select "Refund Information" on their personal homepage, and submit refund information according to the prompts.
Candidates can choose to return the balance to the original bank account with a valid payment within a calendar year, or by bank transfer to the bank account you provided. The refund time is about 4 to 6 weeks.
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Can I use the test fee to register for the GRE subject test to take the GRE General Test?
Exam fees and registration feesNo, you cannotSwap between the GRE General Test and the GRE Subject Test.
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Can I use the HKEAA voucher to purchase other GRE products or pay for other tests?
No. Vouchers purchased on the official website of the Hong Kong Assessment and Assessment Authority can only be used to register for the GRE General Test in Chinese mainland at home. If you need to pay for other test-related fees (e.g., late registration surcharges, transfer fees) or material fees (e.g., test prep books), you will need to use another payment method through your ETS account.
About canceling grades
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If the result is cancelled after the test, is it still counted as the limit of 5 times in 1 year?
Yes, the exam can be taken every 21 days and up to 5 times in any consecutive 12-month period (365 days). This still applies even if you cancel your previous test scores.
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If I regret canceling my results, can I reinstate my results?
If ETS receives your application within 60 days of the test date, the cancelled scores can be reinstated, a completed copy will need to be faxed or mailedScore recovery table(Personal information, test date, and registration number are required), andPay $50.
In addition, you can also fill in 4 free schools on this **.
Score recovery table
GRE Offers
The GRE retake offer is about to expire!! If you plan to retake the exam, remember to pick up the wool!!
InDecember 31, 2023, register for the GRE General Test again.
Enjoy another $50 USD (equivalent to nearly RMB 360) discount!
Discount code：gre502023
Offer validity: Until December 31, 2023.
How to use and conditions of use
Coupon codes are common in North America and China, and the two discount codes cannot be used together. DomesticThe offer can only be used onGRE offline exams, not applicable to the GRE General Test at home.
How to use:: Log in to your GRE account, click on Vouchers on the left side of the homepage, and add a discount code to enjoy the discount!
That's it for the answers to your questions about the cost of the GRE. I wish all students a smooth winter vacation