2025 Comparative Guide to Major English Proficiency Tests

EnglishUSA is proud to introduce a first-of-its-kind comparative overview of major English language proficiency, assessment, and placement tests—created with input from key contacts at each of the testing companies. 

By offering this resource, EnglishUSA enables professionals tasked with assessing English proficiency in higher education or English language programs to access expert-compiled insights supporting better decision-making and resource allocation in language education and admissions.

Our concise 4-page PDF provides a clear, side-by-side look (see format snapshots below) at the tests that matter most to English language programs, advisors, and decision-makers worldwide:

With the Comparative Guide, you’ll gain quick access to essential information at your fingertips, including:

• Equivalencies across tests

• Delivery modes (online, paper, hybrid)

• Skills coverage

• Pricing details

• Explanation of CEFR alignment

This resource is designed to save you time, strengthen your advising, and provide your program with the insight needed to make informed choices when navigating the evolving world of English proficiency testing.  

Special Introductory Pricing:

• $17 for EnglishUSA Members

• $27 for Non-Members

Don’t miss out—this practical tool is an invaluable reference for program directors, faculty, and anyone advising international students.