: Your Gateway to Success
At Day1-CPT.com, we understand that demonstrating English proficiency is crucial for international students. It ensures you can thrive in your chosen Day 1 CPT program and excel academically.
English Test Waiver Eligibility
At Day1-CPT.com, we understand that demonstrating English proficiency can sometimes be achieved through means other than standardized tests. Explore the criteria that may qualify you for a waiver, paving the way for your academic pursuits in the U.S.
- Completed one academic year at a university in an English-speaking country (excluding intensive English programs).
- Enrolled in a U.S. institution and completed a 100-level English Composition course with at least 12 credit hours of 100-level courses (bachelor’s programs only).
- Citizenship in one of the following countries:
- Antigua
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Bermuda
- Botswana
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Dominica
- England
- Fiji
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Ireland
- Jamaica
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Malawi
- Malta
- Mauritius
- Natal
- Nauru
- New Zealand
- Nigeria
- Papua New Guinea
- Pakistan
- Sierra Leone
- Solomon Islands
- South Africa
- St. Christopher (St. Kitts)
- St. Lucia
- St. Vincent
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Tobago
- Trinidad
- Uganda
- United States
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
English Test Requirements by Degree Program
To be admitted into the Day 1 CPT programs, international students must demonstrate English proficiency. The specific test and minimum score vary depending on the degree program you’re applying for.
Bachelor’s Degree
| English Proficiency Test | Minimum Score Required | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Duolingo English Test | 95 | $70 |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) | 50 | $150 to $250 |
| IELTS | 6 | $215 to $310 |
| Internet Based Test (iBT) | 71 or 4.0 | $160 to $300 |
Master’s Degree
| English Proficiency Test | Minimum Score Required | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Duolingo English Test | 95 | $70 |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) | 58 | $150 to $250 |
| IELTS | 6.5 overall and a 6.0 minimum on any section | $215 to $310 |
| Internet Based Test (iBT) | 79 or 4.5 | $160 to $300 |
Doctorate Degree
| English Proficiency Test | Minimum Score Required | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Duolingo English Test | 110 | $70 |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) | 60 | $150 to $250 |
| IELTS | overall 7.0 minimum | $215 to $310 |
| Internet Based Test (iBT) | 90 or 5.0 | $160 to $300 |
