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Q: What is the IELTS?

A: IELTS is the International English Language Testing System which tests English proficiency across the globe. Conducting 2 million tests in the past year, IELTS is the world's most popular high stakes English-language test for study, work and migration.

Q: Should I take the Academic or General Training test?

A: Choose the Academic test if you plan to pursue higher education at an English-speaking institution (community colleges, undergraduate, and graduate schools). Choose the General test if you are going to an English-speaking country for secondary education, work experience or training programs. People migrating to Australia, Canada, and New Zealand must sit for the General Training test.

Q: What is the IELTS test format and how long will it take?

A: IELTS has four parts – Listening (40 minutes), Reading (60 minutes), Writing (60 minutes) and Speaking (11–14 minutes). The total IELTS test time is approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. The speaking exam is given on Saturday and will be scheduled between 12:40 to 6:30pm. If you need an early speaking test time, please contact the IELTS administrator before the exam to make arrangements.

If you have any questions about the tests, please feel free to contact ELC.

ELC Los Angeles is an authorized IELTS test center

Authorized: Academic and General tests

10850 Wilshire Blvd #210, Los Angeles, CA 90024

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 310-310-2870

Hours of operation: 8:00am - 4:30pm

ELC Boston is an authorized IELTS test center

Authorized: Academic and General tests

11 Beacon Street, Floor 2, Boston MA 02108

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 617-536-9788

Hours of operation: 8:00am - 4:30pm

ELC Santa Barbara is an authorized IELTS test center

Authorized: Academic and General tests

100 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 805-845-9097

Hours of operation: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Q: How much does the IELTS test cost? How can I pay?

A: The cost of the IELTS test is $235. You can pay via phone, in person, or through our secure online IELTS test payment form: https://elc.edu/secure-ielts-test-payment-form/

Q: Can I pay for multiple IELTS tests at the same time?

A: Yes

Q: Can I cancel or postpone my IELTS test?

A: If you postpone or cancel your application more than 5 weeks before the IELTS test date, you will receive a refund minus an administration charge ($50). If you postpone or cancel within 5 weeks of the IELTS test date, you will be charged the full fee unless you have a serious medical reason. If you provide a medical certificate within 5 days of the IELTS test date, you will receive a refund minus the administrative cost. You must contact their IELTS Administrator to process your cancellation or postponement.

Q: Where/How do I sign up to take the IELTS test?

1. Go to the online registration website in the USA: http://www.ieltsregistration.org.
   
   Under “City” you should select “Los Angeles”/”Boston MA ELC” You must have a pdf copy of your passport.
2. On the Candidate Registration page, review the list of available IELTS test dates and click 'Register' on the date you plan to take the IELTS test. Then click the 'Apply Online' button and enter your contact details in the required application fields.
3. Once you’ve entered your contact details, you will be directed to a page to add up to five organizations where you would like your IELTS results to be sent. Once you’ve entered your contact details, make sure the address you input is accurate because this will be the mailing address that your IELTS test site will use to mail you your IELTS test results. You will then be directed to a page to add up to five organizations where you would like your IELTS results to be sent.
4. Before you submit the online application to book your test date, you will have one final opportunity to review the information provided for accuracy.
5. After you complete and submit your online registration application, you will receive an acknowledgement email with IELTS test site contact details and instructions on how to submit payment. Payment is due within 5 days of your registration date. Delays in payment can cause your registration to be canceled. You cannot re-register for the same test, though you may apply for a different test date. The IELTS test registration deadline is typically 2 days before the IELTS test date. If you register within 5 days of the test, immediate payment will be needed.

The IELTS test registration deadline is typically 2 weeks before the IELTS test date, so we recommend you try to book your IELTS test at least 1–2 months in advance.

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Q: I registered for the exam online. How long before I can receive my confirmation?

A: Once payment and passport copies have been submitted, most confirmations take place between 1-3 business days.

Q: But I registered online today for an IELTS test tomorrow! Will I receive a confirmation?

A: If you register for an IELTS test that takes place within 5 calendar days, you MUST PAY AND SUBMIT YOUR ID IMMEDIATELY. Any delay in payment or receiving your ID will result in your application being rejected.

Q: I’m having trouble registering online. Can I fill in a paper application?

A: ELC Boston/LA is no longer accepting paper applications. If you are having trouble registering online, please contact the IELTS Administrator.

Q: I accidentally registered at another school! Can you transfer me?

A: ELC cannot transfer you from one school to another. If you are registered at another school, you need to contact that school directly.

Q: I can’t get my photo uploaded to the website. What should I do?

A: We will take your photo the day of the exam, so you can leave it blank.

Q: I want to register for a specific test day, but the date does not show up on the website. What should I do?

A: If the IELTS test day that you want is not available, it means that we do not offer an IELTS test that day or the IELTS test is full. In both cases, we are unable to register you.

A: You must bring the passport/national identity card you used on the IELTS Application Form to the IELTS test. You can also bring a clear water bottle with the label removed. Phones, bags, pens, pencils and other personal belongings will not be allowed in the examination room and will be held in a secure area at the test site.

A: 13 calendar days after the IELTS test date, on the second Friday after the exam. Results can be received in 2 ways: mailed to your US home address or picked up in person at ELC. On the day of the IELTS test, you will be given an envelope to write your desired shipping address, or you can put your name on a list to pick up you results in person. Students will need their passport to pick-up their results. An ID will not be sufficient. Test results CANNOT be released by phone, email or fax.

A: IELTS test results are released on the 13th day after the exam on a Friday. There are 3 ways to get your scores:

1. Pick up your scores in person on Friday. This is the fastest way. You must arrive before 3pm and you must bring a PASSPORT with you. You cannot pick up results for a friend.
2. Check your scores online at https://results.ielts.org. These appear on the website 12-24 hours after they are released, so usually Saturday morning (they are released in Australia starting at 5pm their time). NOTE: These are your official scores but they are not your official score transcript.
3. Wait for your scores to come to your house in the mail.
1. This can take anywhere from 2-8 business days. We ship them via USPS.
2. If you want them shipped to you faster, you must make arrangements with the IELTS administrator and pay an additional fee.
3. If they do not come to your house, it might be because you wrote your address wrong. Make sure your address is correct when you submit your registration! Don’t forget the apartment number, the city/state and the zip code.

Q: Why can’t I see my results online?

A: Usually because of these reasons:

1. Information errors:
1. Your name isn't exactly as it appears on the IELTS registration. Middle names are counted, initials, misspellings, etc.
2. You are using your candidate number instead of your passport number on the form. Passport numbers could have errors as well (Ls and Is, for example).
3. You did not put your first name. As you can see from the screenshot, the first name does not seem to be a mandatory entry. It is.



Q: How were my IELTS test results sent to me?

A: They are sent via USPS and can take between 3-7 business days. No tracking number is provided. Overnight delivery is available through FedEx for a $25 fee, and 2-day shipping for a $16 fee. A tracking number will be provided. Expedited international shipping is available through DHL for a $75 fee. A tracking number will be provided.




Q: It’s been over a week and I still haven’t received my results. What happened?

A: We will always notify you if your IELTS test results are going to be delayed. If you haven’t received your results in 3-5 business days, you can email your IELTS administrator.




Common problems:

1. You registered with an incomplete address. We do not know your apartment number, so if you left it off your results will be delayed.
2. There was a national holiday that delayed mail service.



Q: My IELTS test results were withheld, why?

A: Your results may have been withheld for a variety of reasons.

1. The personal information you provided for the exam did not match our records.
2. You did not follow exam instructions.
3. Your IELTS test has been held for quality assurance purposes.
4. You will receive an email from the Administrator detailing the situation to you if this happens.



Q: How can I get a SACM/formal receipt for my exam?

A: Yes. If you pay for the exam at the test center, you will be asked to fill out a credit card authorization form. You can use that form as your official receipt. If you pay for the exam online, you will receive a confirmation email regarding your payment. Save that email as a PDF and that will serve as your official receipt.




Q: I would like to have a copy of my IELTS test results sent to an University/College but I did not select one while I was signing up for the IELTS test. How can I request this now?

A: You are able to send your IELTS test results to up to 5 institutions for free (all additional ones are $35). Notify the IELTS Administrator via email as soon as you want to send your IELTS test results. You must provide the complete address.




Q: How can I add my name to a waiting-list for an earlier IELTS test date?

A: You can notify the IELTS test Administrator that you are interested, but there are no guarantees. The IELTS test Administrator cannot delete or add anyone if there is not space, and the IELTS test Administrator cannot manually register you.




Q: Can I have another student take the IELTS test in my place? What is the process for that?

A: If you would like to give your IELTS test seat to another individual or someone wants to give you their IELTS test seat and payment, you need to contact the IELTS Administrator directly. IELTS Administrators will do everything they can to accommodate your request, but in many cases we cannot transfer the IELTS test over.




Q: Why can I see IELTS test dates in the past?

A: IELTS uses the international date system of dd/mm/yyyy.




Q: I disagree with my IELTS test results and want to have them rechecked. What should I do?

A: You can fill out an Enquiry on Results (EOR) form (available from the IELTS Administrator). The charge is $200 and it can take up to 6 weeks. Here is more information on EORs: https://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/find-out-about-results/questions-about-your-ielts-results

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Prepare to get a high score on your IELTS Test with an English Language Center (ELC) IELTS Test Preparation Course. ELC’s IELTS Test Preparation course is 30 lessons per week with start dates offered every Monday. The IELTS Test Preparation Course combines 20 lessons per week of General English and 10 lessons per week of IELTS exercises and practice questions. Students wishing to enroll in our IELTS Test Preparation Course must demonstrate a sufficient level of English proficiency by successfully passing a preliminary ELC English language assessment in order to participate in this course. Students who wish to enter a pathways program at ELC can include our IELTS Test Preparation Course as part of their studies.