Test of Oral English Proficiency (TOEP)

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TOEP Information Series

Watch the TOEP Information Series to learn more about the TOEP like what test takers need to do to prepare, what happens during the test, how the test is scored, and more.

TOEP Scheduling Guidelines

  • Students must register for the TOEP at least one week prior to the exam date. Registration closes seven days before each exam date.
  • The TOEP is offered at the end of each quarter.
  • It is recommended that students take the TOEP as early as possible and not wait until the quarter before they want to work as a TA.
  • TOEP Registration is first come, first served. Students who register early will have the best opportunity to find a time that works the best for their schedules. IAE cannot accommodate every student's individual schedule, so students need to plan ahead and register for the TOEP as early as possible. Students who join the IAE grad email list will receive an email notification the day the exam schedule is published.
  • TOEP scores are made available to all test takers and their departments about a week after the test date.

Register for the TOEP

The TOEP will be offered next at the end of the Winter Quarter. Winter registration is not available yet. If you would like to receive an email when registration opens, please join our email list.
  1. Register for a test session using this calendar.
    When you register, you will be asked the reason for your appointment. You can just enter "TOEP" as the appointment reason. Note: This calendar system is primarily used by advisors, so you may see a message about an "advising appointment." Please just ignore that message.
  2. Read about the TOEP and how to prepare for it using the TOEP Overview. 
    Note: Students who have not sufficiently prepared for all parts of the TOEP will not be permitted to take the test and, depending on schedule availability, may not be able to take the TOEP until the following quarter.
  3. Download the document for part 2: [coming soon].
    During the exam, you will introduce this document to your class and highlight important information.
  4. Prepare for the TOEP.
    You may want to meet with an IAE Language & Culture Coach to practice. 
  5. Take the TOEP at your scheduled time.
    Report to 1350 The Grove 15 minutes prior to your testing appointment. Bring your copy of the document for part 2 and your Student ID. You may also want to bring a bottle of water in case you need it during the exam.

All TOEP Dates

Tentative Future TOEP Dates*

Fall 2019

November 19, 25, and 26

December 2, 3, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, and 16

Winter 2020

Three dates between March 9 and 13

Every day between March 16 and 20

One date between March 23 and 27

Spring 2020

Three dates between May 18 and 29

Three dates between June 1 and 5

Three dates between June 8 and 12

*Test schedules are typically published 4-6 weeks prior to the first exam date for that quarter. To receive an email when the next test schedule is published, please join our mailing list.

 

Scheduled Current & Past TOEP Dates

Summer/Pre-Fall 2019

August 19, 28, and 29

September 5, 9, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, and 20

Spring 2019

May 13, 20, 24, 29

June 3, 7, 10, 12, 14

Winter 2019

March 12, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22

Fall 2018

December 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18

Pre-Fall 2018

September 10, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21

Summer 2018

August 1, 31

Spring 2018

May 29, 30, 31

June 7, 8, 11, 12, 13

Winter 2018

February 26, 27, 28

March 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 23

Fall 2017

December 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15

Pre-Fall 2017

September 14, 15, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23

Spring 2017

April 25, 27

May 3, 25, 31

June 7, 9, 12, 13, 14, 28

Winter 2017

March 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 24

Fall 2016

November 30

December 1, 2, 9, 12

Pre-Fall 2016

September 1, 2, 6, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 23

Spring 2016

May 23, 25

June 3

Winter 2016

February 26

March 2, 12

Fall 2015

December 5, 14, 15, 16, 18

Pre-Fall 2015

August 13, 14, 28

September 3, 12, 14, 16, 17, 23, 24, 25, 28