For some International Summer Academy and Online Learning programs and courses, there are some recommended or required English levels. Refer to the below table for the English Test equivalencies.

Some programs may require students to submit a copy of their English proficiency test scores. For requirements of each program, please see the requirements section below.

Please note that this is only for the International Summer Academy and Online Learning. For the International Foundation Program requirements, please visit the Admission Requirements page.

English Proficiency Test Equivalencies 

English Level
CEFR
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
Duolingo
All Levels
A1+
None Required
None Required
None Required
Intermediate+
B1+
Overall 5.0+
40+
70+
Advanced
C1+
*Overall 6.5+
91+
130+

*For further clarification regarding the official English Proficiency Test Equivalencies, specific minimum requirements, or individual score assessment, please reach out to the International Programs Office.

IEP Requirements

 

While there are some courses with a minimum English requirement, students are not required to submit English proficiency test results. Students are expected to self-identify their level and apply for the course(s) they believe are the most appropriate for their level and interest. All students will be taking a placement test on their first day of class.

For a list of courses, please see the IEP Courses page.

Each course will have a recommended level. For the level equivalencies, please refer to the equivalencies table above.

Course
Age
Minimum English Level Required
English Test Required for Application?
General English Course (GEC)
18+
All Levels (CEFR A1+)
No
Culture & Community Course (CCC)
18+
Intermediate+ (CEFR B1+)
No
Academic English Course (AEC)
18+
Intermediate+ (CEFR B1+)
No
Words in Motion Course (WMC)
18+
All Levels (CEFR A1+)
No
Discuss to Debate Course (DDC)
18+
Intermediate+ (CEFR B1+)
No

Youth IEP Requirements

 

While there are some courses with a minimum English requirement, students are not required to submit English proficiency test results. Students are expected to self-identify their level and apply for the course(s) they believe are the most appropriate for their level and interest. All students will be taking a placement test on their first day of class.

For a list of courses, please see the Youth IEP Courses page.

Each course will have a recommended level. For the level equivalencies, please refer to the equivalencies table above.

Course
Age
Minimum English Level Required
English Test Required for Application?
General English Course (GEC)
13 - 18
All Levels (CEFR A1+)
No
IELTS Preparation Course (IPC)
15 - 18
Intermediate+ (CEFR B1+)
No
Academic Preparation Course (APC)
15 - 18
Intermediate+ (CEFR B1+)
No
Read, Write & Remix Course (RWRC)
13 - 18
All Levels (CEFR A1+)
No
Culture & Community Course (CCC)
15 - 18
All Levels (CEFR A1+)
No
Global Commerce Course (GCC)
15 - 18
Intermediate+ (CEFR B1+)
No

Pre-U REQUIREMENTS

 

In order to attend any of the Pre-University Programs, students must have a strong level of English. The programs include:

If you have been studying in an English language institution for 2 years or more:

You do not need to submit proof of English proficiency. Please indicate on your application what school you have been attending.

 

If you have been studying in an English language institution for less than 2 years:

You will be asked to submit proof of English proficiency. If you currently have an English proficiency test result (eg. IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, etc.), you may be asked to provide a copy of your results as part of your application. If you do not already have an English test score, please contact us and we can provide some recommendations.

 

Please see the equivalencies table above for the minimum English requirements. If you have taken a different test and do not see your test listed here, please contact us.

Course
Age
Minimum English Level Required
English Test Required for Application?
World Economics
15-18
Advanced (CEFR C1+)
Yes
Language & Literature
15-18
Advanced (CEFR C1+)
Yes
Law, Ethics & Society
15-18
Advanced (CEFR C1+)
Yes
Sciences Across the Spectrum
15-18
Advanced (CEFR C1+)
Yes
Global Leadership: Food Insecurity
15-18
Advanced (CEFR C1+)
Yes
Film & Cinema Studies
15-18
Advanced (CEFR C1+)
Yes
Applied Mathematics in Statistics
15-18
Advanced (CEFR C1+)
Yes
Social Psychology in Action
15-18
Advanced (CEFR C1+)
Yes
Global Leadership: Sustainable Cities
15-18
Advanced (CEFR C1+)
Yes
Game Studies Course
15-18
Advanced (CEFR C1+)
Yes