OEPT Retest Policy

If a student does not meet the required score for certification by OEPT (at least 50), the preferred option for those who score 45 or 40 is to be enrolled in SCLA 620 "Academic and Professional Communication for International Teaching Assistants." Students who complete this course consistently report improvements in their English communication skills that positively affect their work as teaching assistants, their graduate studies, and their professional development. Click here for information about enrolling in SCLA 620.

Students who score 35, 40, or 45 on the OEPT may retest after 6 months if they feel they can improve their score. Only departmental liaisons can request a retest; the OEPP does not accept retest requests from students.

Students who took SCLA 620 and were not certified at the end of the semester should take the course again in order to be certified. Students may not retake the OEPT once they have taken SCLA 620.

Students who score 35, 40, or 45 on the OEPT are encouraged to explore options to improve their language skills here.