English Placement Exam for International Students

International students, including some applying for graduate studies (students in this situation should check with their advisor), may need to take the English Placement Exam.

To place into ENGL 1090 without taking the English Placement Exam, you need to meet one of the following criteria:

Paper TOEFL: A score of 500 or higher
Internet TOEFL: A score of 61 or higher
IELTS: A score of 6.0 or higher
PTE (Pearson Test of English): A score of 44

If you want to place higher than ENGL 1090, you will need to take the English Placement Exam for International Students.

Students with composition credit deemed equivalent to UNO’s ENGL-1150 and/or ENGL-1160, MAY NOT need to take the English Placement Exam. Check with your UNO Academic Advisor.

Please note: English composition courses earned at foreign universities are NOT considered equivalent to UNO’s composition sequence; exceptions to this may be courses deemed equivalent from baccalaureate programs from English-speaking countries or provinces (England, English-speaking Canada, Australia, etc.).

English Placement Exam for International Students Scores Explained

Registering for the English Placement Exam for International Students

Taking the English Placement Exam for International Students

Frequently Asked Questions about English Placement Exam for International Students

English Placement Exam for International Students Schedule

Fall and Spring Orientation Placement Exams for International Students Schedule

UNO's Testing Center is on the 5th floor of Kayser Hall

UNO's Testing Center is located on the 5th floor of Kayser Hall

English Placement Exam for International Students Scores Explained

SCORE	EXPLANATION	SUGGESTED COURSE
ENGL 7	You've placed out of 1000 level composition and should contact your academic advisor regarding completion of your English and/or writing requirements.	See Advisor
ENGL 6	You have received an EPPE score of 6. Please register for ENGL 1160, the "second" semester of English Composition. 1160 is equivalent three credit-hour courses. Honors students should register for ENGL 2160.	ENGL 1160
ENGL 5	You have received an EPPE score of 5. Please register for ENGL 1150, the "first" semester of English Composition. 1150 is equivalent three credit-hour courses.	ENGL 1150
ENGL 4	You have received an EPPE score of 4. At this time, your essay submission does not demonstrate readiness for ENGL 1150 Composition I. Please register for ENGL 1010 Genre Studies: Prose; ENGL 1020 Genre Studies: Poetry, Drama, and Film; or ENGL 1030 US Cultures in Literature. These General Education courses will expose you to the practice of academic reading and writing. In order to be placed into ENGL 1150 Composition I, you will need to retake the EPPE.	ENGL 1010, 1020, or 1030
ENGL 3	You've placed into ENGL 1100, English as a Second Language (II), a three credit-hour course in vocabulary, grammar, and composition skills for non-native speakers. You must complete 1100 with a grade of "C-" or better before enrolling in 1150.	ENGL 1100
ENGL 2	You've placed into ENGL 1090, English as a second Language (I), a three credit-hour course in vocabulary, grammar, and composition skills for non-native speakers. You must complete 1090 with a grade of "C-" or better before enrolling in 1100.	ENGL 1090
ENGL 1	You have not placed into any Department of English courses at UNO. This placement is reserved for non-native English speakers. See your academic advisor or contact the English Department.	See Advisor
ENGL 0	You have not followed directions. Please register to take the EPPE again. When you retake it, please follow the directions.	Retake the EPPE

EPPEs Taken Before December 2019

If you took the EPPE before December 2019 and received a score of ENGL 1050 or ENGL 1200, please retake the EPPE.

If you received a score of ENGL 2000, please see your advisor. If you received a score of ENGL 1160, please register for Composition II, and if you received a score of ENGL 1150, please register for Composition I.

Registering for the EPPE

All students must register for the EPPE. Students must register through their MavLink account:

Login to MavLINK
Click on Academics (left menu bar)
Under Academics click on Register for Exams
On the Test Registration Management page (under My Pending Tests) click on the Click Here to Register for Exams Bar
Under Choose a Group click on Placement Exams
Under Choose an Exam click on English Placement Exam
Click on the day you are going to take the exam from the calendar under Choose a Date
Under Choose a Time click on a time from the list of available times in the drop down box
Complete the required fields (Fields may auto fill)
Acknowledge the information by clicking the check box under the scroll box
Click on Add to Cart
Click on Complete Registration

Please Note: You are required to register at least one week prior to the date you wish to take the exam.

On the day of your exam, report at least 15 minutes before the exam start time to begin the check-in process. You will need your MavCard or some other form of Photo ID to be admitted to the exam.

Please see the Frequently Asked Questions sections for other questions.

Taking the English Placement Exam for International Students

Instructions:

You will have 90 minutes to complete this exam. Please use all of your time to craft a strong essay. Be sure to closely read your essay prompt so that you can accurately answer your selected question.

Construct a thesis-driven well-reasoned argument with ample support. Explore your ideas with depth and honesty. Craft sentences that are varied and well-constructed. Summarize the original author accurately and effectively integrate the author’s points into your essay. Don’t forget to proofread your essay before submitting.

Your UNO NetID or NUID credentials (Username and Password) is required to take the English Placement Exam. (NetID must be issued before you can log into and have access to Canvas. This could take a few days). Bring these with you to the UNO Testing Center on exam day.

Frequently Asked Questions about the English Placement Exam for International Students

When and how are results posted?

Placement results are emailed or available for viewing within approximately 10 business days or less (excluding weekends and holidays) from the test date.

Follow these steps to view your results:

Login to MavLINK
Click on Academics (left menu bar)
Under Academics click on Register for Exams
On the Test Registration Management page
Under My Past Tests
Click on Grades under Actions

The Privacy Act prohibits the releasing of test results by phone; please DO NOT phone for your results.

Can the English Placement Exam be taken multiple times?

Students may take the English Placement Exam twice in a calendar year, and the results are valid indefinitely.

Please note: If MavLINK does not display a student’s highest placement result, please contact the Department of English at 402.554.3476.

How can I get testing accommodations?

Students who have disabilities or needs that require testing accommodations need to contact the Accessibility Services Center at 402.554.2872 to establish a plan. After your plan is established, email unoeppe@unomaha.edu to inquire about testing accommodations.

Where do I take the English Placement Exam for International Students?

UNO Testing Center

522 Kayser Hall (KH)

What if I need technical assistance?

If you need technical assistance because you are having a problem with your NUID, UNO NetID, or Canvas, contact Information Services Technical Support Helpdesk:

Phone: 402.554.4357 or 1.866.866.2721

Email: unohelpdesk@unomaha.edu

Location: 104 Eppley Administration Building, Monday through Friday from 8 A.M. - 5 P.M. by appointment.

Who to contact if I have questions:

Do I need to take the English Placement Exam Questions:

Contact your UNO Academic Advisor

Registration and General Exam Process Questions:

UNO Testing Center

Phone: 402.554.4800

Email: unotestingcenter@unomaha.edu

Results Questions:

English Department

Phone: 402.554.3476

Email: unoeppe@unomaha.edu

English Placement Exam for International Students Schedule

Test Date	Test Time	Registration Period
January 7, 2022	9 A.M.	Through January 2, 2022
January 21, 2022	1:30 P.M.	Through January 16, 2022
February 4, 2022	9 A.M.	Through January 30, 2022
February 18, 2022	1:30 P.M.	Through February 13, 2022
March 4, 2022	9 A.M.	Through February 27, 2022
March 18, 2022	1:30 P.M.	Through March 13, 2022
April 1, 2022	9 A.M.	Through Mar 27, 2022
April 15, 2022	1:30 P.M.	Through April 10, 2022
April 29, 2022	9 A.M.	Through April 24, 2022
May 20, 2022	1:30 P.M.	Through May 15, 2022
June 3, 2022	9 A.M.	Through May 29, 2022
June 17, 2022	1:30 P.M.	Through June 12, 2022
July 1, 2022	9 A.M.	Through June 26, 2022
July 15, 2022	1:30 P.M.	Through July 10, 2022
July 29, 2022	9 A.M.	Through July 24, 2022
August 12, 2022	1:30 P.M.	Through August 7, 2022
August 26, 2022	9 A.M.	Through August 21, 2022
September 9, 2022	1:30 P.M.	Through September 4, 2022
September 23, 2022	9 A.M.	Through September 18, 2022
October 7, 2022	1:30 P.M.	Through October 2, 2022
October 21, 2022	9 A.M.	Through October 16, 2022
November 4, 2022	1:30 P.M.	Through October 30, 2022
November 18, 2022	9 A.M.	Through November 13, 2022
December 2, 2022	1:30 P.M.	Through November 27, 2022
December 9, 2022	9 A.M.	Through December 4, 2022

Fall and Spring Orientation Placement Exams for International Students

International students may take the English Placement Exam for International Students as part of orientation the week before the start of the Fall and Spring semesters. Contact the International Programs Office for eligibility guidelines. Placement is required before enrolling in English courses.

The UNO Testing Center administers the English Placement Exam for International Students in person on 2 days during the year to coincide with the arrival of international students prior to the start of the Fall and Spring semesters.

International undergraduate students needing to take the Mathematics Placement Exam ALEKS can find information regarding this adaptive, computer-based test on the Mathematics Placement Exam ALEKS website. This online exam is free to students and can be taken from home.