If an applicant currently lives outside of the United States, proof of English proficiency may be demonstrated by meeting one of the following requirements. Scores must be no older than two years.
TOEFL
Take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): This recognized test is given throughout the world and is the international standard used to evaluate English level of competency. Visit the TOEFL website for test dates, locations and information on how to register to take the TOEFL.
To have test results sent to Gateway Technical College, please indicate our number, 1255. Gateway requires a score of at least 180 (CBT) or 64 (IBT) for admission.
IELTS
Gateway also accepts the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). This is a test that measures the language proficiency of people who want to study or work in environments where English is used as a language of communication. Gateway requires a band score of 5 or higher.
Additional English Proficiency Proof Options
PTE Academic
Gateway accepts the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic). Gateway requires a score of at least 43 or higher.
Duolingo
Gateway accepts the Duolingo English Test. Gateway requires a score of at least 85 or higher.
TOEFL/IELTS Exemptions
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International applicants may be exempted from the TOEFL/IELTS requirement if they provide proof of citizenship from one of the following countries:
Exemptions
TOEFL/IELTS Exemptions Anguilla
Antigua
Australia
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Bermuda
Botswana
British Virgin Islands
Caicos Islands
Canada (except Quebec)
Cayman Islands
Dominica
England
Falkland Islands
Gambia
Ghana
GibraltarGrand Turks Island
Grenada
Guyana
Ireland
Jamaica
Kenya
Lesotho
Liberia
Malawi
Montserrat
Namibia
New Zealand
Newfoundland
Nigeria
Northern Ireland
Pitcairn islands
Pohnpei
ScotlandSeychelles
Shetland Islands
Sierra Leone
Singapore
South Sudan
St. Kitts-Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Vincent
St.Helena
Swaziland
Tanzania Turks
Trinidad/Tobago
Uganda
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
Wales
Zambia
Zimbabwe - Provide proof of junior or senior level high school coursework from a recognized U.S. High School (not online).
- Attain an ACT Composite Score of 18+.
- Results from the Accuplacer Next Gen of reading and writing at pre-tech level.
- Applying to an Intensive English Certificate.