For Intensive English Programs

iTEP Placement-Plus for program placement

Designed by our academic professionals for English language programs, iTEP Placement-Plus assesses ability across six skills — grammar, vocabulary, reading, listening, speaking, and writing.

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Placement made simple

How do I start using iTEP Placement?

The iTEP team helps you choose the best placement option for your school, with a complimentary pilot program available for new partners.

What are the advantages?

Detailed score reports with individual assessment for linguistic sub-skills, all aligned to the CEFR. iTEP is available anywhere, 24/7, with scores returned within 24 hours.

How are tests administered?

Placement-Plus and Placement-Core can be administered online, at home, at a certified Test Center, or at partner institutions.

How long does a test take?

iTEP Placement-Plus takes 90 minutes, while Placement-Core takes 60 minutes — both in a single sitting.

Partner programs

Trusted by English programs and universities.

  • University of Houston
  • Georgetown University
  • St. Mary’s University
  • University of Colorado Denver
  • University of Delaware

What it’s used for

Placement, progress, and pre-arrival.

Placement

Place learners at exactly the right level before classes begin.

Progress

Measure growth over a term or a year with comparable scores.

Pre-arrival

Know every student’s level before they arrive on campus.

Who uses iTEP Placement

Adult Education programs

Intensive English Programs

Language Academies

Online Education Platforms

Score scale

Eight levels, from Emerging to Post-intermediate.

iTEP Placement-Plus reports eight CEFR-aligned ranges: A1, A1+, A2, A2+, B1, B1+, B2, and B2+.

A1

Emerging

A1+

Beginning low

A2

Beginning mid

A2+

Beginning high

B1

Intermediate low

B1+

Intermediate mid

B2

Intermediate high

B2+

Post-intermediate

What sets iTEP Placement apart

Scoring

Trained, certified ESL graders and CEFR-aligned results from 0 (Beginner) to 6 (Mastery), expressed to one decimal point for greater accuracy.

Security

Multi-layered security combines AI-assisted monitoring with live proctor engagement, photos, a rotating item bank, and audio reviews.

Administration

Online or on-site, 60–90 minutes in duration, with scores returned in just 1–2 days — a convenient alternative for prospective students.

Verify a score

Institutions and employers can confirm an iTEP score online.

Stay in the know

iTEP International is a leader in English language assessment with a presence in 60+ countries and hundreds of corporations worldwide.