1. What are the main differences between the iTEP and the other tests on the market?
iTEP is a comprehensive, Internet-based exam that takes no longer than 90 minutes to administer. Because of iTEP’s flexible quality, it can be administered on-demand anywhere in the world at a secure location. And finally, iTEP’s quick, 5 business days result delivery and its affordability, set it aside from all the other tests on the market.
2. What skills does the iTEP assess?
iTEP tests proficiency in Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking. There is also a section that tests familiarity with Grammar. In the Writing and Speaking sections, test-takers produce actual writing and speaking samples which are graded by trained ESL professionals in the U.S.
3. How long is the full iTEP exam?
The full iTEP exam takes 80 minutes to complete. An additional 10 minutes are allocated for the iTEP administrator to provide pre-test instructions.
4. Is there a shorter version of the iTEP?
Yes, there is a version of iTEP that includes only the multiple-choice sections of the test: Reading, Listening, and Grammar. This version of iTEP is computer-graded and the results are available immediately after administration of the test.
5. In what form are test results provided?
The Official iTEP Score Report shows the test-taker's overall level (from 0-Beginning to 6-Advanced), as well as levels attained on each of iTEP's five sections (Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking, Grammar). Results are presented in both tabular and graphical formats.
6. How are iTEP's levels interpreted?
iTEP levels range from 0 (Beginning) to 6 (Advanced) and are expressed in .5 increments (e.g. 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, etc.) To see at a glance how well an individual can use English to communicate in the "real world" at each of iTEP's seven levels, please refer to the iTEP English Ability Guide.
7. Who decides what level of iTEP should be accepted at an institution?
Each institution is responsible for deciding what level of iTEP to use for their program. Most institutions however, choose from level 4 (High Intermediate) to level 6 (Advance).
8. Where is the test administered?
Individuals who take iTEP for applying to U.S. colleges or universities must take the iTEP at one of our Certified iTEP Test Center. However, organizations or individuals who wish to take the iTEP only to determining English language proficiency must contact our representative(s) in their country. If you wish you use the iTEP in a country where we do not yet have a representative, please contact us directly.
9. How does iTEP ensure test security?
The security of the conditions under which the iTEP is administered is of outmost importance to Boston Educational Services. Whether iTEP is administered at one of our Certified iTEP Test Centers or at a facility approved by one of representatives, we ensure that the test is proctored at all times and that it meets all the requirements stated in the iTEP Test Security Protocol.
10. How much does the test cost?
The price of the iTEP varies around the world. Please contact our representative in your country. If you wish you use the iTEP in a country where we do not yet have a representative, please contact us directly.
11. How much does the test cost for international students applying to a U.S. college or university?
The tests costs $75.00 for all prospective U.S. college or university students who take the test at one of the Certified iTEP Test Centers worldwide.
12. Is the iTEP only used by colleges and universities?
No. The iTEP Academic is also used by English language programs and other institutions interested in academically oriented test of English. On the other hand, iTEP Business is used by businesses and organizations interested in a business oriented English assessment tool.
14. In which countries does the iTEP have official representatives?
iTEP currently has representatives in the following countries: Chile, China, Colombia, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey. Please visit representatives for more information.
15. Is a paper version of the iTEP available?
Yes. There is a paper version of iTEP available in countries where the iTEP is represented only upon request. If for some reason, your organization is unable to use the Internet version of the test, our representatives will try to accommodate your needs. The paper version of the iTEP however, only includes the three multiple-choice parts of the test: Reading, Listening, and Grammar.
iTEP is a comprehensive, Internet-based exam that takes no longer than 90 minutes to administer. Because of iTEP’s flexible quality, it can be administered on-demand anywhere in the world at a secure location. And finally, iTEP’s quick, 5 business days result delivery and its affordability, set it aside from all the other tests on the market.
2. What skills does the iTEP assess?
iTEP tests proficiency in Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking. There is also a section that tests familiarity with Grammar. In the Writing and Speaking sections, test-takers produce actual writing and speaking samples which are graded by trained ESL professionals in the U.S.
3. How long is the full iTEP exam?
The full iTEP exam takes 80 minutes to complete. An additional 10 minutes are allocated for the iTEP administrator to provide pre-test instructions.
4. Is there a shorter version of the iTEP?
Yes, there is a version of iTEP that includes only the multiple-choice sections of the test: Reading, Listening, and Grammar. This version of iTEP is computer-graded and the results are available immediately after administration of the test.
5. In what form are test results provided?
The Official iTEP Score Report shows the test-taker's overall level (from 0-Beginning to 6-Advanced), as well as levels attained on each of iTEP's five sections (Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking, Grammar). Results are presented in both tabular and graphical formats.
6. How are iTEP's levels interpreted?
iTEP levels range from 0 (Beginning) to 6 (Advanced) and are expressed in .5 increments (e.g. 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, etc.) To see at a glance how well an individual can use English to communicate in the "real world" at each of iTEP's seven levels, please refer to the iTEP English Ability Guide.
7. Who decides what level of iTEP should be accepted at an institution?
Each institution is responsible for deciding what level of iTEP to use for their program. Most institutions however, choose from level 4 (High Intermediate) to level 6 (Advance).
8. Where is the test administered?
Individuals who take iTEP for applying to U.S. colleges or universities must take the iTEP at one of our Certified iTEP Test Center. However, organizations or individuals who wish to take the iTEP only to determining English language proficiency must contact our representative(s) in their country. If you wish you use the iTEP in a country where we do not yet have a representative, please contact us directly.
9. How does iTEP ensure test security?
The security of the conditions under which the iTEP is administered is of outmost importance to Boston Educational Services. Whether iTEP is administered at one of our Certified iTEP Test Centers or at a facility approved by one of representatives, we ensure that the test is proctored at all times and that it meets all the requirements stated in the iTEP Test Security Protocol.
10. How much does the test cost?
The price of the iTEP varies around the world. Please contact our representative in your country. If you wish you use the iTEP in a country where we do not yet have a representative, please contact us directly.
11. How much does the test cost for international students applying to a U.S. college or university?
The tests costs $75.00 for all prospective U.S. college or university students who take the test at one of the Certified iTEP Test Centers worldwide.
12. Is the iTEP only used by colleges and universities?
No. The iTEP Academic is also used by English language programs and other institutions interested in academically oriented test of English. On the other hand, iTEP Business is used by businesses and organizations interested in a business oriented English assessment tool.
14. In which countries does the iTEP have official representatives?
iTEP currently has representatives in the following countries: Chile, China, Colombia, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey. Please visit representatives for more information.
15. Is a paper version of the iTEP available?
Yes. There is a paper version of iTEP available in countries where the iTEP is represented only upon request. If for some reason, your organization is unable to use the Internet version of the test, our representatives will try to accommodate your needs. The paper version of the iTEP however, only includes the three multiple-choice parts of the test: Reading, Listening, and Grammar.