EAP Placement Tests

International Students
How to Book your Placement Test

International Students

Applicants who have previously obtained scores on accepted standardized language proficiency tests (e.g., Duolingo, IELTS, TOEFL, or CAEL) may not be required to take the placement test. In this case, the applicant should email results of the standardized test to languages@algonquincollege.com

Applicants without a valid standardized test score will be required to pay the $50 for the on-campus Algonquin College Test Centre placement, or $85 for the remote test, prior to starting EAP. (Fees subject to change)

For any questions regarding the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) – International program, email languages@algonquincollege.com

How to Apply

  1. Apply to the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program through the International Application Portal and pay the $95 application fee
  2. You will receive an acceptance letter through the application portal with tuition payment instruction and information on booking your placement test, cost is $50. See information on applying for your study permit
  3. Once you have completed the placement test, you will be provided with your EAP level by an advisor from the Language Institute
  4. You will be automatically registered and emailed instructions on accessing your timetable
  5. attend EAP International Orientation

How to Book Your Placement Test

Book your placement test online through your ACSIS account once you have received an acceptance letter/email through the application portal. See video and instruction below on how to book your test.

  1. Login to ACSIS
  2. On the left, under Programs select Book Assessment then select Click here to book an assessment at Algonquin College Ottawa Campus
  3. Select the EAP-PT – INTERNATIONAL – English for Academic Purposes – Placement Test from the drop down menu under Assessment (EAP-PT – CANADIAN – English for Academic Purposes – Placement Test if you are a Canadian student) and then select a date and time that is convenient for you.
  4. You will pay a $50 fee on the day of your placement test.

If you are doing a Remote Placement Test (testing in your country – online or in-person at an institution in you country) costs are different and are required at the time of booking.