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Test of English as a Foreign Language—An English
language proficiency examination of applicants whose
native language is not English.
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International English Language Testing System—An
English language proficiency examination of applicants
whose native language is not English.
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Pearson Test of English Academic—An
English language proficiency examination
that measures English ability through
tasks that reflect real-life settings.
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Multiple-choice test of English, mathematics,
reading, and science reasoning (plus an
optional writing component) used for
admission into undergraduate programs.
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A multiple-choice test that measures your
knowledge in specific subject areas.
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A primarily multiple-choice test of
mathematics and English that is used for
admission into an undergraduate program.
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12 - 18 months prior to U.S.study:
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English Language Ability Tests
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• Being able to communicate in English is a basic requirement
for successful study in the United States. If English is not
your native language, U.S. colleges and universities will ask
you to take an English language proficiency test before
admission.
• The most common tests for English language ability are the
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) and
the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic.
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• Three main tests play a role in the admissions review— the
SAT Reasoning Test, SAT Subject Tests, and the ACT.
• Most colleges and universities in the United States require
the SAT or ACT for admissions. Remember, application
requirements vary, so be sure to confirm which test(s) you
must take with the institutions to which you plan to apply.
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Standardized test scores are only one part of the application—good
test scores alone do not guarantee you admission. Not all U.S.
colleges and universities require that international students take
standardized tests. Make your plan, select your institutions, and
find out which tests are required.
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"Be sure you are well prepared for the
standardized tests you need to take.”
- Fine arts student from China
As part of the application process, most undergraduate programs require one or more U.S. standardized test scores. Your test scores,
academic record, and other factors are used to predict how well you will do as a university student. The test scores are one way to
compare students from the United States and international students from different educational systems.
Prepare for Standardized Tests
