Standard English Proficiency Tests
Windsor University requires students to demonstrate a minimum proficiency in English that meets or exceeds the standards of recognized English language tests to be successful in a rigorous academic environment. If you are not a citizen of one of the exempt nations, you will be asked to submit results from an English language proficiency test taken within the last two years as proof of English proficiency.
If you are a citizen/national of one of the following nations, you will be exempt from this requirement.
- 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
- Sierra Leone
- Solomon Islands
- South Africa
- St. Christopher (St. Kitts)
- St. Lucia
- St. Vincent
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Tobago
- Trinidad
- Uganda
- United States
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
If not, you must present proof of English proficiency by passing scores on one of the following standard English tests.
| English Proficiency Qualification | Minimum Score Required For Graduate Students | Fees | Link to website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duolingo English Test | 100 | $65 | https://windsoruniversity.us/duolingo/ |
| Michigan English Test (MET) | 55 | $80 without speaking test / $120 with speaking test. | https://michiganassessment.org/research-item/michigan-english-test-met-evidence-from-eye-tracking-and-cued-retrospective-reporting/ |
| Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Competency in English (ECCE) | 650/LP | $150 to $200 | https://michiganassessment.org/michigan-tests/ecce/ |
| Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE) | 650/LP | $150 to $200 | https://michiganassessment.org/michigan-tests/ecpe/ |
| Pearson Test of English Academic Score Report | 50 | $150 to $250. | https://www.pearsonpte.com/ |
| Internet Based Test (iBT) | 71 | $160 to $300 | https://www.ets.org/s/toefl/ibt.html |
| English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT) | 60 | $180 | https://www.ets.org/toefl.html |
| International English Language Test (IELTS) | 6.5 | $215 to $310 | https://www.ielts.org/ |
Even though you can provide scores for any of those tests, Windsor University recommends the Duolingo English test. It is the most convenient for its affordable cost, manner of completion and the short time it takes to receive your scores successfully. To learn more about the Duolingo English test, visit the following site.
The test can be used for all colleges and universities and with your resume/CV if requested.
Kindly submit your test scores and program of study to our admission office at [email protected]. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at the same email address.