TOEFL
Introduction: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is the test to examine the English Proficiency of the students whose first or native language is not English. It`s an entry level criterion in colleges and universities in several countries chiefly amongst which is the United States .
Types of TOEFL: a) CBT (Computer Based Test) b) PBT (Paper Based Test) c) iBT (Internet Based Test)
CBT-TOEFL and PBT- TOEFL assess only 3 Basic Language Skills Listening, Reading and Writing whereas iBT-TOEFL assesses four basic Language Skills: Listening, Reading , Writing and Speaking
iBT Introduction:
In 2005, ETS introduced a next generation TOEFL test. It is an internet based test (iBT) that is delivered in secure testing centre around the world. The new TOEFL iBT test had been phased in starting September 2005. It was offered first in the United State in September 2005; and in Canada , France , Germany and Italy in October 2005. It has been introduced in the rest of the world from 2006. To find out when it will be available in any country, check at www.ets.org/toefl/nextgen/timeline.html
Internet-based Test
Score Ranges from 0-30, in all sections.And Total score:120
Registration Process:
iBt rotational module implemented for Instruction at Full Bright
ø Module 1:Week 1 reading and Week 2 reading
ø Module 2:Week 3 listening and Week 4 listening
ø Module 3 :Week 5 independent writing and Week 6 integrated writing
ø Module 4:Week 7 speaking independent and Week 8 speaking
Class duration Time& Day:
Class duration is 8 weeks. (Monday to Friday 1 hour theory class and 4 hours Weekly test on every Sunday)
Course Fee: NRs 7,000
Information Resource::www.ets.org/toefl/nextgen
iBT Test Centre:
American Centre, Gyaneshwor and many other ETS Authorized Institutions in Nepal We recommend one of the following TOEFL books to our students
A) Cliff’s TOEFL
B) Cambridge TOEFL
c) Princeton TOEFL
D) Baryon’s TOEFL
E) Power Rep `ETS` Course
F) Arco Rep etc.
IELTS
IELTS Sections and Score Ranges
IELTS Listening
IELTS Speaking: The last section of the IELTS (usually not conducted so the same time day as the rest of the section) is the speaking section. In this section, you are required to speak to an IELTS examiner for 10-12 minutes. You will require answering questions about yourself. And speak for about 2 minutes on a given topic and reply to question at length on the same topic. Registration Process:
IELTS Registration can be done from British Council and idp Australia . You can fill up the IELTS Registration Form at Full Bright with Registration Fee NRs 12,000.00, 2 PP size photographs and a passport copy. We will submit your Registration Form to British Council or idp Australia . Our service is free of Cost.
IELTS Rotational Module implemented for IELTS Instruction at Full Bright
ø Module 1:Week 1- Reading comprehension and Week 2- Reading comprehension
ø Module 2:Week 3- Listening comprehension
ø Module 3:Week 4- Writing Task 1and Week 5-Writing Task ø Module 4:Week 6- Speaking
Course Duration: 6 weeks (Monday to Friday – 1 hour Theory class) and 2.5 hours Weekly Test on every Sunday.Course Fee: NRs 7,000.00
IELTS Information Resources:www.ielts.org, , www.britishcouncil.org, and
Test Centers: Hotel Yak and Yeti Hotel, Hyatt Regency, Hotel Annapurna etc.
Insight into IELTS
B) Cambridge IELTS (part 1 to 6)
c) A Book for IELTS etc.
SAT
Essay section -25 minute for 1 essay
Improving sentence, improving paragraphs and identifying sentence errors 25 minute for 35 questions.
Improving sentence 10 minute for 14 questions.
Critical Reading- 3 sections (total -67 questions; 19 sentence completions and 48 Passage-based questions)
Sentence completions and passage based question -25 minute for -24 questions
Sentence completions and passage based question -25 minute for –24 questions
Sentence completions and passage based question -20 minute for -19 questions
Mathematical reasoning – 3 sections (total-54 questions; 44 multiple-choice questions and 10 student- produced response questions)
25 minute for 20 questions
25 minute for 18 questions
20 minute for 16 questions
Total testing time: 3 hours, 45 minutes
Registration Process: SAT registration is made with online applications through www.collegeboard.com Pay with a credit/debit card: American Express®, Discover®, JCB®, MasterCard®, or Visa®. Or Himalayan Bank, Nabil Bank etc. with student’s profile and identification (PP, Citizenship etc) certificates. The registration fee is 63.5 US $ + NRs 500 bank charge for SAT I.
Class duration, Time & Day: 8 weeks (Daily 2 hrs Class from Monday to Friday and 3 hours Test on every Sunday)
Course Fee: NRs 10,000.0
SAT validity: 5 years. Test Format: Paper-based
Test Dates: Offered in January, May, June, October, November, and December each year.
Score Reports: When you register for the SAT I, you may identify upto four schools that should receive official score reports on your behalf. These scores are included in the Test Fee. A student copy of the score report is sent to you separately.
Test Center : Lincoln School, Rabi Bhawan and St. Xavier’s School, Jawalakhel
Information resources: www.collegeboard.com
The SAT II is Subject Tests are one hour tests which measure a student`s knowledge of a particular academic subject in high school and the ability to use that knowledge. It is primarily a multiple- choice test in specific subjects, such as English, History, Social Science, Mathematics and others. Usually only the most competitive undergraduate schools require scores from the SAT II. Test Scores: Each subject Test score is reported on a scale of 200-800, Other process: As same as SAT1.
The New SAT
The new SAT is a Test of Mathematical and Verbal Reasoning, which is an entry and scholarship requirement in the most of best and highly ranked institutions in the USA . The New SAT is scored on a scale of 200-800 (for Math, Reading and Writing) amounting to a total score of 2400 and typically taken by high school juniors and seniors. The essay which is graded by two examiners is scored on a scale of 1-6(low to high). The New SAT comprises 4 sections; Critical Reading /Verbal Section, Writing, Essay writing and Mathematics. The Test format is paper based and the scores are valid for Maximum 5 years.
GRE
GRE is highly recommended for prospective graduate in the following fields.
Liberal arts, Natural sciences & Engineering
Total testing time: 2 hrs 30 minutes
Registration Process
GRE full score is 1600
Verbal section -200-800
Quantitative section -200-800
Essay writing -0-6
Above 1100 for good scholarship.
Class duration, Time & Day
Course Fee
The GMAT consists of three sections
The total score ranges from 200-800
Verbal: 400
Quantitative:400
Essay :0-6
Above 530 for good scholarship
Registration Process
GMAT registration is made with online applications through www.mba.com Pay with a credit/debit card: American Express®, Discover®, JCB®, MasterCard®, or Visa®. Or Himalayan Bank, Nabil Bank etc. with student’s profile and identification (PP, Citizenship etc) certificates. The registration fee is 250 US $ + NRs 500 bank charge.
Class duration, Time & Day
Class duration is 9 weeks
Monday to Friday theory class (2hours)
Sunday (weekly test) 3hours
GMAT validity& registration fee
GMAT validity is 5 years
Registration fee is 250$ +500 (NRs) bank charge
Test Format: Computer based
Course Fee: NRs 10,000 .00
Test Center : Kathmandu College of Management , Lalitpur (Opposite to B & B Hospital),
Information Resource:www.mba.com
Total timing: 4 hrs
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NRs 10,000 ,
GRE validity: 5 years
Information Resource: www.gre.org www.ets.org/gre
Test Center: American Center , Gyaneshwor
GRE Subject Tests
In addition to the GRE General Test, some graduate programs in the US may require you to take a GRE Subject Test. These Tests are designed to test your knowledge in a specific subject area. The GRE Subject Tests are offered in 8 subjects only. If you plan to study one of these subjects at the graduate level, you should consider taking the corresponding subject Test.
1. Biochemistry, Cell and molecular Biology2. Biology3. Chemistry4. Computer Science5. Leterature in English6.Mathematics7. Physics8. Psychology
Test Scores
Test Takers receive a single score ranging from 200-900.Score Reports
When you register for the GRE Subject Test, you may identify up to four schools that should receive official score reports on your behalf. These scores are included in the Test fee. A student copy of the score report is sent to you separately.
Score Validity:
GRE Subject Test scores are valid for 5 years
Test Format: Paper-based
Test Dates: Offered in November and April every year
Test Center: St.Xavier`s School, Jawalakhel, Kathamndu
Test Fee: US$: 170.0
Information Resource: www.ets.org/gre
GMAT :
Graduate Management Admission Test.
GMAT is a Computer Adaptive Test which is required to get Admission in Management Graduate Level (MBA) of the reputed and recognized Colleges and Universities in the USA and other countries. It is a four-hour test comprising three sections viz. Verbal, Mathematical and Analytical writing skills of the students. Though mostly prospective MBAs take the GMAT, some MS student in majors like accountancy and finance are required to take the GMAT because they are applying for business oriented majors.
Class duration is 8 weeks , Monday to Friday theory class (2 hours) , Sunday (weekly test) 3 hours
GRE registration is made with online applications through www.ets.org/gre Pay with a credit/debit card: American Express®, Discover®, JCB®, MasterCard®, or Visa®. Or Himalayan Bank, Nabil Bank etc. with student’s profile and identification (PP, Citizenship etc) certificates. The registration fee is 170 US $ + NRs 500 bank charge.
Graduate Record Examination, is a four hour computer Adaptive test, a test of verbal reasoning, analytical writing and quantitative skill. It`s required to get admission in graduate level of Science and Technology and Arts (i.e MS, MA, ME and Ph.D. A Vast majority of good grad school require either GRE for graduate admission. A good GRE score substantially boosts your chances of getting awards and assistantships. A good GRE score substantially boosts your chances of getting your visa.
Introduction
Scholastic Aptitude Test is a test of verbal and mathematical reasoning. It`s still going to get you into great schools with `SCHOLARSHIP’. It’s not difficult it`s just based to a greater extent on your analytical skill than TOEFL or IELTS.
Types: There are three types of SAT; SAT I, SAT II and New SAT
SAT I - Reasoning Test
The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT I) is a reasoning and Intelligence Test which focuses on Verbal (English) and Quantitative (Mathematics). SAT I Score helps the students to compare reasoning abilities and academic strength which will help students in deciding whether they need to take an additional course or do more independent studying to succeed in US Colleges and Universities. Students need the SAT I score to apply for scholarships in US Colleges and Universities. Most undergraduate Programs require minimum score of 1800 for the Scholarships.
SAT full score is 2400
Critical Reading : 200-800
Writing : 200-800
Math :200-800
Writing -3 sections (Total 49 multiple choice questions +1 written essay)
We recommend one of the following IELTS books to our students
comprehension is the first section of the IELTS. It has a total 40-42 question divided into 4 sections. In each section, you hear a different talk or conversation a topic of general interest.
IELTS Reading : Reading comprehension is the second section the IELTS. It has a total of 40-42 questions from 3 passages. Reading comprehension is widely perceived as the most difficult section of IELTS.
IELTS Writing: There are two tasks of the IELTS writing Task.1 and Task 2. Task 1 is a graphic representation which you are required to describe. You are given 20 minutes to complete this task. Task 2 is a typical essay that may be based on an argument or a discussion. You are given 40 minutes to complete this task
Band Score: 0-9
Note: Score valid maximum for two years and the Test Timing is 2.45 hrs.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is an English proficiency Test which examines students` proficiency in the four skills of English Language i.e Listening, Reading , Writing and Speaking with a band score of 1 to 9 for each individual section. IELTS Score is required for Admission in the Colleges and Universities of UK, Australia , New Zealand , Canada , Denmark etc. Score is also required for Immigration and Work Permit in these Countries. IELTS is formulated by UCLES ( University of Cambridge Local Examination Syndicate ) and conducted by the British Council and Idp Australia . We provide 6 weeks long IETLS preparation with expert Instructors and up- to- date study materials and online study resources.
Types of IELTS: IELTS are of two types; Academic IELTS and General IELTS. IELTS required for admission and further study is called Academic IELTS and IELTS required for immigration and training requirement is called General IELTS.
Pay with a credit/debit card: American Express®, Discover®, JCB®, MasterCard®, or Visa®. Or Himalayan Bank, Nabil Bank, Investment Bank etc. with student’s profile and identification (PP, Citizenship etc) certificates. The registration fee is 140 US $ + NRs 500 bank charge.
TOEFL registration is made with online applications through www.ets.org/toefl/nextgen