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English Proficiency

Requirements for Applicants

TOEFL  / IELTS Scores, Requirements, and Exemptions


Applicants whose native language is not English are required to submit the results of the TOEFL or IELTS as evidence of English proficiency. Official scores are required to be submitted directly from TOEFL/ETS or IELTS.

Resources for Current Students

The Department of Linguistics

Offers English as a Second Language (ESL) courses designed to help ITAs and prospective ITAs develop their oral English and teaching skills

Intensive English Institute

 An academic program designed for:

  • students who want to develop skills they will need in undergraduate and graduate programs in US universities.
  • students who want to build English skills for their professional career.

Requirements for Teaching Assistants

Oral English Proficiency Testing (SPEAK)

The SPEAK (Speaking Proficiency English Assessment Kit) is a standardized test of oral English proficiency, which is administered by the Center for Teaching Excellence.

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