Terrible GRE score, should I retake the exam? I need some advice~

[jsun]

Hi everyone, below is my short background description:

B.S. in Biology

GPA 3.73

Major GPA 3.72

GRE V450, Q 800, AW 3.

GRE subject 63%

Work in my professor's research lab for 3 years (But no publication)

Got two scholarships

International student, but finished B.S in the U.S.

I am interested in applying to PhD programs in Biology/ Biochemistry this year (Fall 2010 application season). However, I don't know whether my terrible GRE scores will hurt me a lot in applying to the PhD programs. Also, this terrible score make it hard for me to choose between schools. I don't really know how I should pick schools now, since most of the top ones require something like 1400+4 score. Should I retake my GRE? Where should I apply for? I really appreciate your advice!

I mailed my scores to UC Davis, UC Irvine and UCSF. Is there any chance I can get into these schools?

Thank you all in advance!

[TMP]

You have a perfect Q score! Don't ruin it. Juet let that go. If you're really that concern about the AWA section, it might be worth looking into for a re-grading.

[gradstu]

 

You have a good profile and the gre score is good. No one really cares about the AWA scores and verbal, unless you are applying for literature or related subject.  You have a very good probability of getting into these schools. Just concentrate on your sop and you should be fine.

Edited October 17, 2010 by gradstu

[usmc3531]

My GRE score is 450 V 640 Q and I'm applying to USC, UCLA, UCI, UC Davis, CSU schools and a few out of state schools. How do you guys score 800 Q? I have a math BA and it seems impossible for me to score 800. I did undergrad 10 years ago and after some life experience I'm going back to school for a MS in Statistics to work as a statistician. Is there a difference between a UC Stats degree and a CSU Stats degree in finding work as a statistician?

Any reply would be greatly appreciated.