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IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is jointly owned and administered by four organizations: the British Council, IDP, IELTS Australia, and Cambridge English Language Assessment.
IELTS Test are accepted by immigration departments in various countries, it's important to note that the specific requirements may vary depending on the country or immigration program.
There are two main types of the IELTS test:
Both versions of the test share the same Listening and Speaking sections, but the Reading and Writing sections will vary.
IELTS scores are reported as band scores, ranging from 1 (the lowest) to 9 (the highest). The scores are designed to be easy to understand.
IELTS can be taken either paper-based or computer-based, offering flexibility depending on the test center. Results are valid for two years from the test date.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a standardized test that measures the English language proficiency of non-native speakers who wish to enroll in English-speaking universities.
Accepted by many academic and professional institutions worldwide, TOEFL is one of the two major English language tests, alongside IELTS. The test is a trademark of the Educational Testing Service (ETS), a private non-profit organization that designs and administers it.
TOEFL scores are issued by ETS and are sent directly to institutions. These scores are valid for two years from the test date. The test consists of four sections: Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing, with scores ranging from 0 to 30 per section, and a total score of 0 to 120.
The TOEFL typically takes around 3 hours to complete, though you should plan for about 3½ hours in total, accounting for check-in time.
Score requirements vary by institution, and it is up to individual colleges and universities to determine the scores they require.
PTE Academic is the first entirely computer-based English language test for international study and immigration, accepted worldwide. Powered by AI technology, it offers a fast and convenient testing solution without human bias.
The test assesses the four language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. It lasts approximately 3 hours and provides a score based on the GSE (Global Scale of English).
PTE Academic scores are accepted by thousands of institutions and are approved for all UK, Australian, and New Zealand visa and immigration categories. Test sessions can be scheduled up to 24 hours in advance, 365 days a year.
To complete the test, candidates must attend a secure Pearson test center, where they will use a computer and headset to listen to, read, and respond to questions.
During the three-hour test session, there are three main parts:
An optional 10-minute break is provided between the Reading and Listening sections. The test includes twenty different question formats, ranging from multiple-choice questions to essay writing and interpreting information.
Test takers will answer between 71 and 83 items, with the score for each item contributing to the overall score. The score range is 10–90 points, and the overall score reflects performance across all test items, which consist of instructions, questions, prompts, answer opportunities, and scoring rules.
Duolingo is the most popular language-learning platform and the most downloaded education app in the world, with over 300 million users.
The Duolingo English Test is a modern language proficiency tool designed for today’s international students and institutions. It offers an English proficiency score, video interview, and writing sample, providing an accessible, efficient, and secure testing experience. The test is accepted by many prestigious universities and colleges globally, including education providers in the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Its acceptance rate has been growing steadily.
The Duolingo English Test measures English proficiency and reports scores on a scale of 10 to 160, in 5-point increments. Test results include an overall score, as well as sub-scores in Literacy, Conversation, Comprehension, and Production.
The overall score is not an average of the sub-scores; each of the sub-scores is estimated independently and is a weighted combination of the questions that contribute to it. Test result certificates include a "score range", which represents the Standard Error of Measurement (SEM)—indicating the range within which a test taker’s true score is likely to fall.
This test can be taken online at any time and from anywhere, and it can be completed in about 1 hour, with scores available within 2 days. Like other English language tests, the Duolingo English Test is valid for 2 years. The cost is is relatively affordable compared to other tests like IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE.
The Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) is an entrance exam used by most colleges and universities in the USA to make admissions decisions.
The SAT is a multiple-choice, pencil-and-paper test created and administered by the College Board. The primary purpose of the SAT is to measure a high school student's readiness for college and provide colleges with a common data point for comparing all applicants. College admissions officers review standardized test scores alongside other factors such as your high school GPA, the classes you took, letters of recommendation from teachers, extracurricular activities, admissions interviews, and personal essays.
The importance of SAT scores in the college application process varies from school to school. Generally, the higher your SAT score (and/or ACT score), the more options you will have for attending and funding college or university.
The SAT takes about 3 hours to complete, plus an additional 50 minutes for the optional essay. SAT scores range from 400 to 1600, combining results from two sections: Mathematics (200–800) and Evidence-Based Critical Reading and Writing (200–800).