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Admission Tests: What they are and who needs to take themTOEFL¨ (The Test of English as a Foreign Language)Who should take it: TOEFL may be required for university application and admission for students whose first language is not English.
Where to apply:
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“The TOEFL¨ test can take you anywhere.” Regardless of which university you plan to attend, postgraduate programs will require you to present test scores that demonstrate your readiness for study. The TOEFL¨ (Test of English as a Foreign Language TM) test is the most widely required for U.S. admissions and has been taken by more than 20 million students worldwide. The TOEFL test is accepted by more than 6,000 institutions in 110 countries. So, by scoring well on the TOEFL test, you’ll be eligible for admission to virtually any school in the world. You can view the list of universities and register for the test by The TOEFL test:
The TOEFL Internet-based (iBT) test consists of four sections: Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing. All four sections are taken on the same day, and the entire test is about four hours long. What is most unique about the test is that it asks you to combine, or integrate, more than one language skill, just like you do every day. For example, sometimes you read a passage, listen to a short lecture about a topic, and then speak or write a response. And you can take notes throughout the entire test just like you would in a real academic class. The following chart shows the range of questions and the timing for each section. The time limit for each section varies according to the number of questions.
Language heard on the TOEFL iBT is designed to sound like real-life conversations from university lectures and classes, labs, professors’ discussions with students, study groups and everyday situations. The reading passages are taken from real textbooks and course materials. This method of testing replicates real university classrooms and life, proves you can communicate your ideas and confirms you are prepared to begin your academic studies. Practice for the TOEFL test
The Official Guide to the New TOEFL¨ iBT is also available for study . a test preparation book published by ETS and McGraw-Hill. The book can be purchased at www.ets.org/toefl/guide/susa, or in bookstores. Register for the TOEFL testWhen you register for the test, you can designate which universities you want to receive your scores. Or, you can wait until you receive your scores before sending them to your selected universities. You will be able to view your scores online 15 business days after you take the test. Your score report will even give you feedback on additional ways to improve your skills. In addition, ETS will send you a paper score report for your records.
It’s important to get started soon, since test centers fill up quickly. See also the article TOEFL¨ iBT Study Tips. Copyright © 2007 by Educational Testing Service. All rights reserved. ETS, the ETS logo, TOEFL and LISTENING. LEARNING. LEADING. are registered trademarks of Educational Testing Service (ETS) in the United States of America and other countries throughout the world. See also the article TOEFL¨ iBT Study Tips. The SAT¨ Program of the College BoardWho should take it: SAT: Most students applying to undergraduate school. SAT Subject Tests: Students applying to schools that require the scores from these Subject Tests. Where to apply: College Board SAT Program P.O. Box 6200 Princeton, NJ 08541-6200 USA www.collegeboard.com The SAT Reasoning Testª is a three-hour and forty-five minutes, primarily multiple-choice test that measures critical thinking, problem-solving abilities and reasoning skills that you have developed over a long period of time. The content of the SAT now consists of three sections: critical reading, mathematics and writing. For further information, visit: www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/about.html. The SAT Subject Testsª are one-hour, primarily multiple-choice tests in specific subjects such as French or Chemistry. These tests measure knowledge of a subject and the ability to apply that knowledge. You may take either the SAT or up to three Subject Tests on a single test date. Material to help you prepare for the tests, including sample test questions, explanations, and information on test timing and scoring, is available for free at www.collegeboard.com. Free copies of the booklet SAT Subject Tests Preparation Booklet, which contains similar information, are also available from your advising center or by writing to the SAT Program. Check www.collegeboard.com or the SAT Program Registration Bulletin for test dates and fees. If you do not have access to the Internet, you may obtain a Registration Bulletin, which includes a mail registration form, from an advising center in your country, or by writing to the SAT Program at the address above. Registering online is quickest and easiest (VISA, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover credit card required). Test DatesSAT Program
*Language Tests with Listening. Sunday test dates are scheduled following each Saturday test date for students who cannot test on Saturday because of a religious observance. (Check www.collegeboard.com or the Registration Bulletin to verify dates) GRE¨ (Graduate Record Examinations¨)Who should take it: GRE¨ tests are taken by individuals applying to graduate schools. Where to apply: www.ets.org/greTest DescriptionsGRE General Test The GRE¨ General Test measures skills that have been developed over a long period of time and are not necessarily related to any particular field of study. The test is composed of Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning sections. The computer-based General Test is offered year round at authorized testing centers worldwide. In areas of the world where computer-based testing is not available, the paper-based General Test is administered in October and March. GRE Subject Tests The GRE¨ Subject Tests measure undergraduate achievement in eight specific fields of study: Biochemistry Cell and Molecular Biology Biology Chemistry Computer Science Literature in English Mathematics Physics Psychology Each Subject Test assumes an undergraduate major or extensive background in the discipline. The tests are given at authorized paper-based testing centers worldwide in November, December and April. Because the General Test and Subject Tests have different emphases, the two types of tests are often used to complement each other in admissions decisions. Additional information about the content of the tests is available on the GRE Web site at www.ets.org/gre. In addition, an unidentified Verbal or Quantitative section that does not count toward a score may be included. You should complete all Verbal or Quantitative sections since you will not know which one will be counted as part of your score. An identified research section that is not scored may be included in the computer-based General Test. Test RegistrationYou can register for the GRE General Test and Subject Tests online at www.ets.org/gre using a credit card. You can also register for the computer-based General Test by phone, mail, or fax, and register for the paper-based General Test and Subject Tests by mail. Paper copies of the GRE¨ Registration and Information Bulletin can be found at many educational advising centers, universities, or libraries. The GRE¨ Bulletin can be downloaded from the GRE Web site at www.ets.org/gre. Test PreparationWhen you register for the General Test or a Subject Test you will be sent free test preparation material that describes the test in more detail and provides information to help you understand the scores you earn. You can download this material, as well as access additional GRE test preparation products listed below at www.ets.org/gre. GRE¨ Test Prep ProductsScoreItNow!ª Online Writing Practice – You can get a snapshot of your analytical writing ability and practice for the Analytical Writing section of the GRE General Test, online. You will respond to real GRE analytical writing tasks and receive an immediate confidential score, and general suggestions for improving writing skills. GRE¨ Enhanced Diagnostic Service – You will answer a series of interactive questions in 10 different skill areas on the Verbal and Quantitative sections of the GRE General Test. You will receive immediate feedback on your performance, including information about the questions that you answered correctly and incorrectly, and an assessment of your strengths and weaknesses in the skill areas. Practicing to Take the GRE¨ General Test, 10th Edition – This book is developed to acquaint you with the structure and content of the GRE General Test. It includes seven retired GRE Verbal and Quantitative sections, explanations for many answers, sample analytical writing topics and responses with reader commentary, and test-taking strategies. Score ReportingGRE¨ General Test Three scores will be reported on the General Test: A Verbal score reported on a 200-800 verbal score scale, in 10-point increments A Quantitative score reported on a 200-800 quantitative score scale, in 10-point increments An Analytical Writing score reported on a 0-6 Writing Assessment score scale, in half-point increments If you don’t answer any questions in a Verbal, Quantitative or Analytical Writing section, that section will be reported as a No Score (NS). Descriptions of the analytical writing abilities characteristic of particular score levels are available in the interpretive leaflet enclosed with your score report, in the Guide to the Use of GRE¨ Scores and on the GRE Web site at www.ets.org/gre. If you take the computer-based General Test, you can view your unofficial Verbal and Quantitative scores at the test center. Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing scores will be sent to you and the institutions you designate within 10 to 15 days of your test administration. If you take the paper-based General Test, you will not receive any scores at the test center. Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing scores will be sent to you and the institutions you designate within six weeks of your test administration. GRE Subject TestsEvery Subject Test yields a total score on a 200 to 990 score scale. Some Subject Tests yield subscores on a 20 to 99 score scale. Subject Test scores will be sent to you and the institutions you designate within six weeks of your test administration.
GMAT¨ (Graduate Management Admission Test¨)What it is:The GMAT¨ exam is a computer-based examination that is administered year-round at test centers throughout the world. It is specifically designed to help graduate management programs assess the qualifications of applicants for advanced study in business and management. Who should take it: Students applying to graduate school for Graduate Business and/or Business Management. Management. Where to apply: The computer-adaptive GMAT¨ exam is available at testing centers around the world. Visit www.mba.com for a list of locations.The fee to take the Graduate Management Admission Test¨ (GMAT¨) is US$250 worldwide. You will incur taxes when you schedule an exam in certain countries. Please consult www.mba.com to read about accepted forms of payment and determine the tax you will have to pay to take the GMAT¨ exam in certain countries. The Graduate Management Admission Test¨The GMAT¨ exam evaluates verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing skills that you have developed over time through education and work. The Verbal section of the test measures your ability to read and comprehend written material, to reason and evaluate arguments, and to correct written material to conform to standard written English. The Quantitative section of the test measures basic mathematical skills and understanding of elementary concepts, and your ability to reason quantitatively, solve quantitative problems, and interpret graphic data. The Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA) portion consists of two 30-minute writing tasks: Analysis of an Issue and Analysis of an Argument. 
The computer-adaptive GMAT¨ exam dynamically adjusts to your ability as you take the exam, avoiding questions that are too easy or too difficult for you. Each test item is sorted based on your previous answers. For this reason, it is not possible to skip questions or change an answer after it has been confirmed. Scheduling an AppointmentYou can use the contact information listed below when scheduling your GMAT¨ exam. Additional information about scheduling an appointment to take the GMAT¨ exam is available at www.mba.com. AmericasTelephone (toll-free within the U.S. & Canada only): 1-800-717-GMAT (4628), 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Central Time Telephone: 1-952-681-3680, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Central Time Fax: 1-952-681-3681 E-Mail: GMATCandidateServicesAmericas@pearson.com Asia Pacific Telephone: +61 2 9478 5430, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. AEST In India: +91 (0) 120 532 4628, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Indian Standard Time Fax: +61 2 9901 3330 E-Mail: GMATCandidateServicesAPAC@pearson.com Europe/Middle East/Africa Telephone: +44 (0) 161 855 7219, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. BST Fax: +44 (0) 161 855 7301 E-Mail: GMATCandidateServicesEMEA@pearson.com China Telephone: 86-10-62798877, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. China Time Fax: 86-10-82520243 E-Mail: gmatservice@neea.edu.cn Strategies for Taking the GMAT¨ ExamExam strategies for paper-and-pencil tests may not be applicable to the GMAT¨ exam. Perhaps the most critical strategy is to pace yourself. The test is timed and there is a penalty for not finishing the test. When taking the test, you are advised to try to eliminate answers you know are incorrect and then guess from the remaining choices. There are about one and three-quarter minutes allotted to respond to Verbal questions and about two minutes allotted to respond to Quantitative questions. Although the “Help” function will be accessible at any time during the test, any time spent reviewing the “Help” screens will count against the allotted time for that particular test section. GMAC¨ sells the following test-preparation products: The Official Guide for GMAT¨ Review, 11th Edition; The Official Guide for GMAT¨ Quantitative Review; The Official Guide for GMAT¨ Verbal Review; and GMAT¨ Paper Tests, a downloadable set of “retired” paper tests. By registering on mba.com, you may also download the free GMATPrep¨ software, which offers two full-length, timed, computer-adaptive tests that simulate the actual exam. Minimal computer skills are required to complete the GMAT¨ exam. Being comfortable with a mouse and a conventional keyboard should ease some exam concerns. The GMATPrep¨ software includes tutorials on these skills. Please note that the GMAT¨ exam is conducted entirely in English. All instructions are provided in English, and all responses must be entered using standard American English characters. Score ReportsEach school evaluates score reports in its own way; there are no “passing” or “failing” GMAT¨ scores. GMAT¨ scores are reliable measures of certain developed skills that have been found to be important in the study of management at the graduate level. Unlike undergraduate grade point averages and curricula, which can vary in meaning across institutions, GMAT¨ scores provide school professionals with a consistent, standardized evaluation tool for all applicants. If you choose to report your scores after completing the GMAT¨ exam, you will be able to view and print an Unofficial Score Report. This report will show your Quantitative, Verbal, and Total scores. An Official Score Report that includes your Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA) score will be made available to you online and to designated score-report recipients approximately 20 days after the test.
MAT¨ (Miller Analogies Test)Who should take it: Certain graduate programs require applicants to take this test. Where to apply: Harcourt Assessment, Inc. Miller Analogies Test Customer Relations San Antonio, TX 78259 U.S.A. www.milleranalogies.comThe MAT is a high-level mental ability test that consists of 100 analogical problems. The MAT is accepted by over 2,300 graduate school programs as a part of their admissions process. The test items use subject matter from a variety of fields, such as mathematics, natural science, social science, literature, and fine arts. You will have 50 minutes to complete the test. Offered at more than 600 test centers throughout the U.S. and Canada, the MAT is given on an as-needed basis at most test centers. Featured Programs | Find a Program | Resource Guide | Home Copyright © 1995-2008 Study in the USA, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Terms of Use/Privacy. |
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