[nabs-l] GRE

[Arielle Silverman]

Hi Robby,
I only know about Ph.D. programs in psychology and they all require
GRE's. I'd think Ph.D. programs in Spanish probably do too, but I
don't know that for sure.
You can reach Ruth Loew at
rloew at ets.org
and Nora Hallenbeck at
nhallenbeck at ets.org
Best,
Arielle

On 12/21/11, Spangler, Robert <Robert.Spangler at rockets.utoledo.edu> wrote:
> Oh, I forgot this in the previous email, but could you please provide me
> with the contact information for the people you mentioned at ITS?
>
> Thanks,
> Robby
> --
> Robert Spangler
> The University of Toledo
> Senior, Urban Studies and Spanish
> robert.spangler at rockets.utoledo.edu
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nabs-l-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nabs-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
> Of Arielle Silverman
> Sent: Wednesday, December 21, 2011 5:19 PM
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> Subject: Re: [nabs-l] GRE
>
> Hi Robby,
> What kind of graduate program are you applying for? I'm sure it depends on
> the type of program whether or not you should have GRE scores. This might be
> a good question to ask your major advisor, if you have one. However, taking
> the GRE's certainly gives you a lot more flexibility about where you can
> apply, so I'd recommend it.
> I would not advise asking if you can submit something else instead of the
> GRE. Many graduate programs, especially Ph.D. programs, are very
> competitive. While they might allow you to submit something else, not having
> GRE scores like all the other applicants is unlikely to help you get a
> competitive edge. I think it's important to demonstrate to graduate
> departments that you are capable of taking the required standardized tests
> and, hopefully, getting a strong and competitive score.
> Fortunately there are several accommodations available to blind test-takers.
> The Educational Testing Service (ETS) allows blind test-takers to take the
> paper version of the GRE in Braille or large print. Alternatively, you can
> take the computer version of the GRE either with a reader/scribe or using
> the new self-voicing test. I have not used it myself (I took the GRE in
> Braille in 2007, before it
> existed) but I believe that it allows the blind test-taker to take the test
> on the computer using keystrokes similar to JAWS commands. I would be
> interested to hear from others here about the quality of the self-voicing
> option.
> You will need to apply for accommodations at least two months before you
> plan to take the test. I would suggest setting up a phone consultation with
> Ruth Loew or Nora Hallenbeck at ETS to get an overview of the process and
> what paperwork needs to be submitted. I have had very good interactions with
> both Ruth and Nora and Ruth has been on this list and speaks regularly at
> NABS meetings. From what I remember, there was one form I filled out where I
> listed the accommodations I needed, and it was signed by the DSS official at
> my university.
> ETS also has GRE prep materials in Braille, and possibly other formats.
> Best of luck,
> Arielle
>
> On 12/21/11, Spangler, Robert <Robert.Spangler at rockets.utoledo.edu> wrote:
>> Hello all,
>>
>> I am thinking of applying for graduate school when I return from my
>> trip in Spain next year.  Many graduate programs do not require GRE
>> scores but it seems as though the better ones do.  First, what are
>> your opinions; is a program generally of higher quality if it requires
>> GRE scores?  I have actually seen several programs that look pretty
>> good that do not require GRE scores.  I have also noticed that some of
>> the best schools in the country, such as OSU and UW require GRE scores.
>>
>> Next, what are your experiences as blind people taking the GRE?  IT
>> appears as though, if one requires special accommodations, they are
>> unable to register for the test online.  Also, the GRE is
>> computer-based; would we take that version or a modified version of
>> the paper copy?  In the bulletin, it recommends first that I ask the
>> prospective institution if I can submit something else in place of GRE
>> scores; what are opinions on this?
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Robby
>> --
>> Robert Spangler
>> The University of Toledo
>> Senior, Urban Studies and Spanish
>> robert.spangler at rockets.utoledo.edu
>>
>>
>>
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