English Proficiency for International Students
*Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
General Info
If English isn’t your first language, you’ll need to show that you’re proficient in English before you’re admitted to AIU. You can do that by submitting either test scores or proof that you’ve completed certain coursework.
Need Help?
with an Admissions Advisor.
Undergraduate Students
Exam Options: Any of the following test scores may be used to show your English proficiency:
| Option | Requirements |
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| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) |
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| APIEL (AP International English Language) |
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| IELTS (International English Language Testing System) |
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| MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) |
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| UCLES (University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate) |
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| British GCSE/O-Level, A-Level, and AS-Level Examinations |
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| Options Based on Past Coursework |
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Other types of instruction will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Talk to your Admissions Advisor for more details.
Graduate Students
Exam Options: Any of the following test scores may be used to show your English proficiency:
| Option | Requirements |
|---|---|
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) |
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| APIEL (AP International English Language) |
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| IELTS (International English Language Testing System) |
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| MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) |
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| UCLES (University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate) |
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| Options Based on Past Coursework You can also demonstrate English proficiency by: |
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Other types of instruction will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Talk to your Admissions Advisor for more details.
Classes Start March 29, 2023