Test of English as a Written Language (TWE)
COSTI’s Test of English as a Written Language (TWE) program helps students at an advanced level of English to prepare for the written component of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). TOEFL is an examination that evaluates the English proficiency of individuals whose native language is not English. Many government agencies, scholarships programs, and licensing/certification agencies use TOEFL scores to evaluate English proficiency. The TWE program is delivered by certified instructors in partnership with the Toronto Catholic District School Boards.
Services Available
Students attending the TWE program, will:
- Practice communication and test-taking strategies;
- Practice sample questions and responses;
- Focus on relevant grammar; and
- Improve writing and vocabulary skills.
Who is Eligible
Services are available to Canadian citizens, landed immigrants, convention refugees, and refugee claimants approved by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Students must be 18 years of age or older, and the equivalent of an ESL level 6 or higher.
Program Intake
Afternoon programs are available. For more information on COSTI's TWE program, including start dates and times, please refer to the English Language Training Calendar.
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There is a nominal administrative fee charged for the Test of English as a Written Language (TWE) program.
COSTI's Test of English as a Written Language (TWE) program is delivered by certified instructors in partnership with the Toronto and York Catholic District School Boards.
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