2022, June 14
Share this articleWe want to share some useful materials that will help you prepare for university, as the admission process in most universities starts in Fall
English language proficiency tests:
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - is a standardized test for determining the level of English language proficiency. IELTS consists of four sections: reading, listening, speaking and writing. This website offers exam prep materials, free practice tests and useful videos. There is also a feature for taking a practice progress test, which evaluates the progress in preparation. The cost of the progress check test is about 48 dollars (~21,000 tenges). The cost of the IELTS exam in the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan is about 160 dollars (~70,000 tenges). If you are applying to NU please choose “Academic IELTS” and take it in person at the Test Center (not remotely).
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) — is a standardized test for determining the level of knowledge of the English language, the formats of which are TOEFL iBT (Internet-based Test) and TOEFL PBT (Paper-based Test). TOEFL iBT Home Edition and TOEFL PDT results are not considered in the competition to NU. TOEFL consists of four sections: reading, listening, speaking and writing. TOEFL iBT costs about 270 dollars (~117,000 tenges). The website offers exam prep materials, free practice tests, and useful videos. If you are applying to NU please take it in person at the Test Center (not remotely).
Linguaskill is a convenient and automated test and provides the ability to quickly and accurately determine the level of English proficiency. The test is powered by artificial intelligence. Linguaskill consists of four sections: reading, listening, speaking and writing. The cost is approximately 150 dollars (~65,000 tenges). The website offers exam format preparatory materials, free practice tests and videos. If you are applying to NU please take the test in person at the Test Center (not remotely).
Comprehensive exams:
SAT - (Scholastic Assessment Test) is an American general education exam used to assess the knowledge of applicants entering United States universities. It is taken by school graduates for admission to undergraduate programs at universities and colleges. The cost of the exam is 120 dollars (~55000 tenges). The SAT has three sections: Mathematics, Text Analysis, and Writing. If you are applying to NU, the written part is not required. The website offers exam prep materials, free practice tests and videos. NU applies the Superscoring for SAT scores.
ACT (American College Testing) is a standardized test in the United States that students take after graduation to assess their knowledge and to apply to higher education institutions. The cost of the exam is 150-166.5 dollars (~65000-72000 tenge). The ACT consists of 4 main sections (English, Math, Reading, Science) and an additional essay writing section. The website offers exam format prep materials, free practice tests and videos. NU applies the Superscoring for ACT scores.
NUET (NU Entrance Test) is a test that determines the level of academic preparation for studying in the Foundation and undergraduate programs at NU. Assesses knowledge in the subjects "Mathematics" and "Critical thinking and problem-solving skills". The website offers exam prep materials, free practice tests and videos. NU applicants take the exam for free.
| Test | Preparation | Schedule | Registration | Registration |
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IELTS |
Materials available on the British Council and InterPress websites |
Available on the British Council or InterPress websites |
On the British Council or InterPress websites |
Will be available after 13 days on the British Council or InterPress websites |
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TOEFL |
Courses, Practice Tests Books, “TOEFL Go!” App are available on the ETS website |
Available on the ETS website |
On the ETS website |
Will be available after 13 days on the ETS website |
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Linguaskill |
Preparing for Linguaskill materials are available on the British Council website |
Depends on Test Centers in your country. In Kazakhstan, there are only 2 Test Centers in Almaty. Find a Linguaskill Center |
On the British Council website |
3-5 working days |
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SAT |
Materials available on the Collegeboard, Khan Academy and PrepScholar websites |
On the Collegeboard website |
On the Collegeboard website |
10 - 13 days after the test date |
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ACT |
Practice tests available on the ACT website |
On the ACT website |
On the ACT website |
10 days after your test date |
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NUET |
Specimen Papers and prep materials are available on the website of the NU Center of preparatory Studies |
Exams take place during the Spring period (annually) |
To register for the test, you must apply for Foundation or undergraduate programs during the fall period |
6 weeks after the last flow |
Taking this opportunity, we would like to invite you to a live stream with representatives of language and testing centers who will talk about effective ways to prepare for these tests. The Livestream will take place on June 15 on Instagram on the @nuedukz page.
We wish you a productive, fun and warm summer!
