Frequently Asked Questions
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During which semester should I begin studying English? | Regardless of the level in which you are placed, ideally, you should start studying English as soon as possible so that you meet the Institutional Requirement. | |
How do I know which level I am in? | All students taken an English placement test as part of the admissions process at ITESO. The result of this test will indicate the level in which you have been placed. | |
How can I find out the result of the placement test? | In order to know the result of your placement test, you can call the Language Department: (33) 31314 2930 or send an email to: hublenguas@iteso.mx | |
Can I take the placement test again? | You can take the placement test up to 3 times. The first is part of your admissions process and is free. The second and third times have a cost of $265.00 (2022 price). | |
Options for meeting the Institutional English Requirement are: |
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How many points do I need on the Institutional TOEFL / TOEFL iBT tests to meet the requirement? | You need a minimum of 550 points on the Institutional TOEFL test or 79 points on the TOEFL iBT in order to meet the Institutional English Requirement. | |
What is the TOEFL test for? |
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Do I have to take the TOEFL to graduate? | No, it is not necessary. | |
Can any student take the level 8 verification exam? | Only students who are directly placed in level 8 are candidates for the verification exam. Once the verification exam is passed, the student has met with the Institutional English Requirement. | |
What happens if I have not passed level 2 when I reach 20% of my curricular credits? | You would have to enroll in PCI to be able to register for classes. | |
What happens if I have not passed level 5 when I reach 45% of my curricular credits? | You would have to enroll in PCI and would only be able to register for 32 credits. | |
What happens if I have not completed the requirement when I reach 70% of my curricular credits? | You would have to enroll in PCI and would NOT be able to register for any course. | |
Where can I practice languages at ITESO outside of the classroom? | At the Language Hub (library, 3rd floor) | |
At the Language Hub I can find: | Various resources with which to practice languages, conversation clubs, advising and tutoring, Writing Desk. | |
A Dual Immersion session gives me the opportunity to: | Share my culture, learn about another culture, help a university student from the U.S.A. with Spanish, practice English with a university student from the States. | |
The Language Department offers classes in English after PCI.
| The Language Department offers the following subjects in English:
You may take them once you have met with the Institutional English Requirement. | |
Can I take subjects from my major in English? | Each major offers different subjects in English. Ask your coordinator about which options are best for you.. | |
If I have any doubts about English or any other languages, I can: |
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Which other languages can I study at ITESO? |
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Must I meet the English Requirement before taking another language? | You can study other languages whenever you decide; you do not have to wait to finish the English requirement first. | |
How many Oral & Written Communication courses do I need to take throughout my major? | You must take only one mandatory curricular course. | |
How much do the tutoring sessions for Oral & Written Communication cost? | The tutoring sessions are free of charge.
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What is the LEO Program? |
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Where can I consult and manage the services offered by Oral & Written Communication Coordination? | In the Academic Communication Resource Center at ITESO |