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. 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 Centers. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. How do I register to take the iTEP as a prospective international student?
Please directly contact one of the Certified iTEP Test Centers near you, and they will schedule a testing time for you within 3 business days.
11. How do I prepare for the test?
There are currently no preparation materials for the iTEP exam. However, you can learn more about the iTEP and view sample questions by browsing the website and visiting the Sample Test Content page.
12. What do my test results mean?
Please review the iTEP English Ability Guide for a detailed description of your strengths and weaknesses at each of iTEP’s 7 levels. If you are a prospective U.S. college or university student, please review iTEP Colleges & Universities page to view the minimum iTEP level accepted for admissions at your desired institution.
13. How quickly can I schedule a testing time?
Our Certified iTEP Test Centers will schedule a testing time within 3 business days of your contacting them.
14. For how long do I have to study English to reach the next level on the iTEP?
We generally recommend 180 hours of English language instruction for you to be able to advance to the next iTEP level.
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. 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 Centers. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. How do I register to take the iTEP as a prospective international student?
Please directly contact one of the Certified iTEP Test Centers near you, and they will schedule a testing time for you within 3 business days.
11. How do I prepare for the test?
There are currently no preparation materials for the iTEP exam. However, you can learn more about the iTEP and view sample questions by browsing the website and visiting the Sample Test Content page.
12. What do my test results mean?
Please review the iTEP English Ability Guide for a detailed description of your strengths and weaknesses at each of iTEP’s 7 levels. If you are a prospective U.S. college or university student, please review iTEP Colleges & Universities page to view the minimum iTEP level accepted for admissions at your desired institution.
13. How quickly can I schedule a testing time?
Our Certified iTEP Test Centers will schedule a testing time within 3 business days of your contacting them.
14. For how long do I have to study English to reach the next level on the iTEP?
We generally recommend 180 hours of English language instruction for you to be able to advance to the next iTEP level.