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Studying abroad offers a plethora of options for both academic and personal growth, whether it is through exposure to other cultures, access to state-of-the-art research facilities, or the attraction of prestigious colleges.
The International English Language Testing System, commonly referred to as IELTS, is a prerequisite for non-native English speakers to be admitted to institutions in English-speaking nations like the UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
Similar to IELTS, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) assesses an individual’s English competency and is more generally accepted in North American institutions. The TOEFL score is valid for two years from the date of release of results.
The Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) is a standardised test widely used for college admissions in the US. It assesses students’ readiness for college by testing their mathematical, reading, and writing abilities.
The Graduate Record Examination, or GRE, assesses applicants’ verbal, mathematical, and analytical writing abilities and is aimed at graduate and business school aspirants worldwide.
The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) assesses analytical writing, integrated thinking, quantitative, and verbal skills and is specifically tailored for applicants to MBA and other business-related graduate programmes. The GMAT is a prerequisite for admission to more than 21,000 universities and colleges across 114 countries.
The Law School Admission Test, or LSAT, is required of students wishing to pursue a Master of Laws degree from American colleges. The Law School Admission Council administers the exam, which is recognised in the United States, Canada, and Australia.
The American College Test (ACT) is another widely recognised standardised test for undergraduate admissions in the US, however less prevalent than the SAT. It evaluates reasoning abilities in science, reading, arithmetic, and English.