If you’re an international student who wants to attend a university in an English-speaking nation, you’ll probably need to show documentation of your English language ability.
One of the most commonly accepted English language tests is the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Once you have taken the IELTS test, you must send your scores to the universities you are applying to.
Here’s how to send your IELTS score to universities:
Step 1: Understand the IELTS score report
Before sending your IELTS scores to universities, it’s important to understand the IELTS score report. The IELTS score report includes your overall band score, which ranges from 0 to 9, as well as individual scores for each of the four test sections: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. The score report also includes a validity period, typically two years from the test date.
Step 2: Identify the universities to you want to send your scores to
After taking the IELTS test, you must identify the universities to which you want to send your scores. Most universities require official score reports directly from the IELTS testing center, so be sure to check each university’s specific requirements.
Step 3: Complete the IELTS Score Request Form
To send your scores to universities, you will need to complete the IELTS Score Request Form. You can download the form from the IELTS website or obtain it from the testing center where you took the test. Make sure to fill out the form completely and accurately.
Step 4: Pay the score sending fee
There is a fee for sending your IELTS scores to universities. The fee varies depending on the number of universities you want to send your scores to. You can pay the fee online or by mail, depending on the payment options available in your country.
Step 5: Send your score report to the universities
Once you have completed the Score Request Form and paid the fee, the IELTS testing center will send your official score report directly to the universities you have identified. This process typically takes 10-15 business days.
Step 6: Verify that your scores have been received
After sending your scores to the universities, it’s important to verify that they have been received. You can do this by contacting the universities directly or by checking your application status online.
Sending your IELTS scores to universities is an important step in the application process. By following these steps, you can ensure that your scores are sent accurately and efficiently, helping to improve your chances of being admitted to the universities of your choice.
