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English Programs for Internationals

Test Preparation

USC offers a variety of test preparation programs in addition to our English language programs. Below you can find more information on each test and the preparation programs we offer. 

TOEFL® - Test of English as a Foreign Language 
Most American colleges and universities, including the University of South Carolina require international students to take the TOEFL. The regular curriculum of the English Programs for Internationals includes TOEFL preparation in all classes. 

EPI students who successfully complete EPI's top level (6) are not required to take the TOEFL for admission to undergraduate degree programs at the University of South Carolina. 

SAT® Program
The SAT is a test that is required at some American colleges and universities for undergraduate students. The SAT is not required for international students applying to the University of South Carolina. 

GRE® - Graduate Record Examinations  
The GRE is an entrance examination that is required at most American universities for admission to graduate degree programs.

GMAT® - The Graduate Management Admission Test 
The GMAT is an entrance examination required at most American universities for students seeking admission to graduate degree programs in business. USC offers a GMAT preparation course. 

IELTS®- International English Language Testing System 
Approximately 99% of American 4-year colleges and universities that enroll more than 1,000 international students now accept IELTS as proof of English proficiency for their international applicants. An easy-to-use 9-band scale clearly identifies proficiency level. 

EPI students who successfully complete EPI's top level (6) are not required to take the IELTS® for admission to undergraduate degree programs at the University of South Carolina. 

University Test Prep at USC 

Whether you plan to enroll in undergraduate, graduate school, law school, or business school,  USC's official test preparation program can help you realize your academic and educational goals. University Test Prep, offered by the Continuing Education and Conferences Office, provides FREE Strategy Workshops and extended prep courses for the GMAT, LSAT, GRE, SAT, and ACT. All programs are open to the general public. University Test Prep offers test preparation courses designed by former GRE, LSAT, and SAT exam question writers. Our experienced and professional instructors are highly trained exam preparation experts.  


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