English Proficiency Test (EPT) On Campus
Below you can find information about taking the WildCAT English Proficiency test in-person at the Manhattan campus of Kansas State University. Or, you can take the test online if you prefer.
This is a small group testing experience. If you have any problems, there will be someone to help you.
The WildCAT English Test consists of the following parts:
Essay – 35 minutes
- You can choose between two essay topics.
- You write your essay on the computer.
- Plan to use all 35 minutes to write your essay. This will help you get a better score!
WildCAT Test
- Structure (grammar)
- Reading / Vocabulary
- Listening
These sections are not timed. It usually takes students about 1 hour and 30 minutes to finish all three of these sections of the test.
The WildCAT is a computer adaptive test. The questions that you get will change according to your level. If you miss a question, you get an easier question. If you get a question correct, you get a more difficult question. You get questions until we accurately know your level of English. You will answer about 25 questions in each skill area.
You will receive an email at your K-State email address from elp@k-state.edu with your test scores within 3 business days after your test date.
This email will contain:
- Your test scores.
- Your placement into English and/or academic classes at Kansas State University.
- An invitation to meet with an ELP Advisor to talk about your results.
- Information about enrolling in classes at Kansas State University.