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.
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
English Placement Exam for International Students Schedule
Fall and Spring Orientation Placement Exams for International Students Schedule
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.
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
Kayser Hall (KH) Room 522
Register one (1) week prior to exam date.
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 do I 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
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Test Date |
Test Time |
Registration Period |
|
January 7, 2022 |
9:00 A.M. |
Through January 2, 2022 |
|
January 21, 2022 |
1:30 P.M. |
Through January 16, 2022 |
|
February 4, 2022 |
9:00 A.M. |
Through January 30, 2022 |
|
February 18, 2022 |
1:30 P.M. |
Through February 13, 2022 |
|
March 4, 2022 |
9:00 A.M. |
Through February 27, 2022 |
|
March 18, 2022 |
1:30 P.M. |
Through March 13, 2022 |
|
April 1, 2022 |
9:00 A.M. |
Through Mar 27, 2022 |
|
April 15, 2022 |
1:30 P.M. |
Through April 10, 2022 |
|
April 29, 2022 |
9:00 A.M. |
Through April 24, 2022 |
|
May 20, 2022 |
1:30 P.M. |
Through May 15, 2022 |
|
June 3, 2022 |
9:00 A.M. |
Through May 29, 2022 |
|
June 17, 2022 |
1:30 P.M. |
Through June 12, 2022 |
|
July 1, 2022 |
9:00 A.M. |
Through June 26, 2022 |
|
July 15, 2022 |
1:30 P.M. |
Through July 10, 2022 |
|
July 29, 2022 |
9:00 A.M. |
Through July 24, 2022 |
|
August 12, 2022 |
1:30 P.M. |
Through August 7, 2022 |
|
August 26, 2022 |
9:00 A.M. |
Through August 21, 2022 |
|
September 9, 2022 |
1:30 P.M. |
Through September 4, 2022 |
|
September 23, 2022 |
9:00 A.M. |
Through September 18, 2022 |
|
October 7, 2022 |
1:30 P.M. |
Through October 2, 2022 |
|
October 21, 2022 |
9:00 A.M. |
Through October 16, 2022 |
|
November 4, 2022 |
1:30 P.M. |
Through October 30, 2022 |
|
November 18, 2022 |
9:00 A.M. |
Through November 13, 2022 |
|
December 2, 2022 |
1:30 P.M. |
Through November 27, 2022 |
|
December 9, 2022 |
9:00 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.
English Placement Exam for International Students Schedule
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Test Date |
Check-In |
Test Time |
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January TBA |
TBA |
TBA |
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August 17, 2022 |
12:45 PM |
1:00 PM |