TOEFL
Most American universities require a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score for admission. The TOEFL tests students' ability to understand and use academic English. The ALI offers Internet-based TOEFL test preparation and two computer labs where students can practice for the test. The ALI offers TOEFL preparation in both the EAP and IEC programs.
GMAT
Graduate schools of business use the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) to assess applicants' qualifications. It measures verbal, mathematical, analytical, and writing skills. The ALI offers GMAT preparation in the Pre-MBA/Graduate Business Program.
GRE
Many non-business graduate schools use the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) to assess applicants' qualifications. It also measures general verbal, mathematical, and analytical writing skills. The ALI offers GRE preparation in the EAP program.
IELTS, FCE, CAE, and BULATS
For questions regarding these tests or other tests, please contact the ALI office.
TOEIC
The Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) is designed to test abilities in English as it is used in real-life situations and business. Many corporations, universities, governments, and language schools use the TOEIC to evaluate students' English language proficiency. The ALI offers TOEIC preparation electives and workshops in the IEC program. The ALI is now an official writing and speaking TOEIC test site.
For more information regarding workplace English Customized Group Programs including Pre/Post TOEIC test assessment, contact ali@americanlanguage.org.
ALI Programs & Requirements
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Prior instruction in English preferred.
Intensive English for Communication (IEC): Prior instruction in English.
Pre-MBA/Graduate Business Program: Intermediate to advanced English language proficiency based on on-site placement testing. Equivalency to TOEFL: 500/173/61 or IELTS 5.0 or FCE or BULATS Level 3 (60).
Certificate in Business for Global Practices (BGP): Intermediate to advanced English language proficiency based on on-site placement testing. (Equivalency to TOEFL: 500/173/61)
Semester at SDSU and Semester at SDSU Certificate Programs: TOEFL 550/213/80 or TOEIC 400/385/150/16 (L/R/S/W) or IELTS 6.5 or CAE A/B or BULATS Level 4 (75).
TESL/TEFL Seminar: Two+ years English teaching experience + TOEFL 500/173/61 or TOEIC 610 or IELTS 5.0 or FCE or BULATS Level 3 (60) or oral interview.
amTEFL Certificate Program: No prior teaching experience required. Bachelor’s degree required for job placement assistance (include transcripts in English) + essay + two letters of recommendation + TOEFL 550/213/80 for non-native English speakers.
TOEFL = Test of English as a Foreign Language
TOEIC = Test of English for International Communication
IELTS = International English Language Testing System
CAE = Certificate in Advanced English
FCE = First Certificate in English
BULATS = Business Language Testing System
For alternate means of verifying English proficiency, contact the ALI.