Language Proficiency Policy for Undergraduate Admission
Students may be admitted to Kansas State University based on academic credentials with no proof of English proficiency (no TOEFL or other standardized test scores). Upon arrival, students will be required to take the English Proficiency Test (EPT). The results of the English Proficiency Test (EPT) will determine if the students have to study English, either full-time or part-time, or if they are ready to begin full-time university classes.
Once students take the EPT and are assigned to English classes, they show English proficiency by completing the English Language Program. TOEFL and other test scores reported after students take the EPT cannot be used to waive English classes.
In order to be given a waiver from taking the English Proficiency Test (EPT), students must provide validated official reports or transcripts for one of the following:
1. Transfer students from a U.S. institution must have completed:
a. 24 credit hours at an accredited US institution
b. WITH English Composition I and II with grades of C or better
2. Four years in a U.S. high school with grades of C or better in all college preparatory courses
3. Validated standardized test scores:
a. iBT (Internet Based TOEFL) – Overall score of 79
b. IELTS – Overall score of 6.5
c. ACT English subscore of 23
d. SAT Critical Reading score of 530
e. PTE Pearson Test of English – Overall Score of 53
f. Eiken (Pre-1 Score)
4. All standardized test scores must be submitted by the third day of class in order to waive English Proficiency Testing and English classes for that semester.
***Score submission dates are NOT negotiable.***
Invalidation of Test Scores
If a student does not have validated test scores or if the test score has been invalidated by the issuing institution, the student has the following options:
- Reapply for a different semester and submit other validated test scores prior to arrival
- Take the English Proficiency Test upon arrival
Students will not be allowed to enroll in academic classes until validated proof of English proficiency has been shown.
If the university determines a test score must be invalidated due to apparent fraud by the student, the student may appeal to the Office of Honor and Integrity.