All new international undergraduate students are required to have their English language skills assessed, regardless of where they have studied previously. This allows the University to have a better understanding of what new international students may need in additional English language support to be successful at 天美传媒.
The English Language Skills Assessment for Fall 2025 is scheduled for Tuesday, August 12. All new international undergraduate students should arrive on Monday, August 11. If you are unable to take the exam on August 12, please contact eli@binghamton.edu for make-up instructions. Students who take the make-up exam may face delays in registering for classes.
Please note, there are two exams:
- The written exam will be from 9:00-11:00am in Lecture Hall, Room 002 (LH002)
- The speaking exam will be between 1:00-3:00pm in Old Champlain 101 (OH101). You will receive a time ticket after completing the written exam, which will tell you when to arrive at OH101.
English Language Institute courses count toward graduation and provide General Education credit.
If you have any questions regarding the English Language Skills Assessment, please email eli@binghamton.edu.
Non-native speakers of English who are permanent residents of the United States are not required to have their English language skills assessed. If you would like to take an ELI course, please contact the ELI or your academic advisor for guidance.
New international graduate students are not required to have their English language skills assessed. The ELI offers a number of courses for graduate students. Contact the ELI or your advisor for guidance on registering for these courses.
Visit the English Language Institute website to learn more about the program, our classes, and ways to practice your English while at 天美传媒. Click on 鈥淣ew and prospective students鈥 to view previously recorded Webinars introducing the ELI; Language development strategies; Cultural adaptation tips; and Tech tools for studying at BU.