Acceptable Proof of English Language Proficiency
Write any of the tests listed here. Most tests can be written at locations around the world.
For fall 2023 admission, you must write your test before March 2023. We will not accept scores for tests written before January 1, 2021.
When you take your test, make sure the first name, surname and date of birth you provide are the same as on your OUAC application. We can't match your test scores to your application if this information is different.
The Test
IELTS Academic at the International English Language Testing Service
Score for Admission
- A minimum overall band score of 6.5
- A minimum of 6.0 in each section
How to Send
We only accept scores sent electronically by the IELTS Test Centre.
- IELTS Results Service Account name: Western University, Undergraduate Admission
- IELTS Results Service Account address:
1151 Richmond Street
London, Ontario, Canada
N6A 5B8 - An institutional code is not required.
We will not accept paper Test Report Forms.
After your test has been sent to us, it can take up to 10 business days for us to update your Proof of English language proficiency request to “Received” on your Student Center.
The Test
TOEFL iBT at the Educational Testing Service (ETS)
- Take the TOEFL Internet-Based Test (iBT) at a test centre or via Home Edition
Score for Admission
- A minimum overall score of 83
- A minimum of 20 in each section
How to Send
We only accept scores sent electronically by the Educational Testing Services (ETS).
- Western's Institution Code for TOEFL is 0984
- Choose “University of Western Ontario - Undergraduate Organization”
After your test has been sent to us, it can take up to 10 business days for us to update your Proof of English language proficiency request to “Received” on your Student Center.
The Test
Pearson Test of English Academic
Score for Admission
- A minimum overall score of 58
- A minimum of 56 in each section
How to Send
After writing your test, send your score to us electronically through your PTE account.
After your test has been sent to us, it can take up to 10 business days for us to update your Proof of English language proficiency request to “Received” on your Student Center.
The Test
C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency tests at Cambridge English
Score for Admission
- A minimum overall score of 176
- A minimum of 169 in each section
How to Send
After writing your test, send your score to us electronically using the Candidate Results Service.
After your test has been sent to us, it can take up to 10 business days for us to update your Proof of English language proficiency request to “Received” on your Student Center.
The Test
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)
Score for Admission
- A minimum overall score of 60
- A minimum of 60 in each section
How to Send
Ask to send your CAEL score to us when you book your test.
After your test has been sent to us, it can take up to 10 business days for us to update your Proof of English language proficiency request to “Received” on your Student Center.
The Test
Score for Admission
- A minimum of 115 overall
- A minimum of 100 for each subscore
How to Send
After writing your test, send your score to us through your Duolingo account.
After your test has been sent to us, it can take up to 10 business days for us to update your Proof of English language proficiency request to “Received” on your Student Center.
