Kaplan International Tools for English test (ELS Placement Test) scores do not expire. Students may retake the Kaplan International Tools for English tests (ELS Placement Tests) one time per year, based on their last test date. If you have a score that places you in two different categories or have questions on the placement test, contact an advisor for class placement.
Kaplan International Tools for English Test Reading Scores
| Category | Reading Score | And | Listening score | Course Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 500-700 | 535-700 | RCR = Reading Competency Requirement met | |
| R-2, L-1 | 425-499 | 535-700 | ELS 0443 | |
| R-2, L-2 | 425-499 | 500-534 | ELS 0773 then ELS 0443 OR ESL 0773 and ESL 0443 concurrently | |
| R-3, L-2 | 350-424 | 500-534 | ELS 0442 | |
| R-3, L-3 | 350-424 | 425-499 | ELS 0772 then ELS 0442 OR ESL 0772 and ESL 0442 concurrently | |
| R-4, L-3 | 275-349 | 425-499 | ELS 0441 | |
| R-4, L-4 | 275-349 | 350-424 | ELS 0771 then ELS 0441 OR ESL 0771 and ESL 0441 concurrently | |
| 5 | 0-274 | 0-274 | Adult ELA |
Kaplan International Tools for English Test Grammar/Writing Scores
| Category | Grammar Score | Or | Writing Score | Course Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 535-700 | 500-700 | English 1101 or 1105 (with RCR met) | |
| 2 | 500-534 | 425-499 | ELS 0553 | |
| 3 | 425-499 | 350-424 | ELS 0552 | |
| 4 | 275-424 | 275-349 | ELS 0551 | |
| 5 | 0-274 | N/A |
Kaplan International Tools for English Test - Listening & Speaking
This listening and speaking test is recommended for students to measure their ability to listen and understand spoken English.
Listening & Speaking Scores
| Category | Listening Score | Or | Speaking Score | Course Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 500-700 | 500-700 | College-ready | |
| 2 | 425-499 | 425-499 | ELS 0773 | |
| 3 | 350-424 | 350-424 | ELS 0772 | |
| 4 | 275-349 | 275-349 | ELS 0771 | |
| 5 | 0-274 | N/A | Adult ELA |
Grammar Scores
| Category | Grammar Score | Course Placement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 500-700 | Grammar Competency Met |
| 2 | 425-499 | ELS 0663 |
| 3 | 350-424 | ELS 0662 |
| 4 | 275-349 | ELS 0661 |
| 5 | 0-274 | Adult ELA |
Contact Information
Academic and Specialized Testing Center, Glen Ellyn - Main Campus
Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 2A06/2A08
(630) 942-2401
Email: testing@cod.edu
Testing Hours and Locations