Question about college admissions process?

Question

While looking through the UMD website, I found something that reads somewhat unclear to me. Not sure if it means that ALL applicants must provide a test as proof of their English proficiency or just non-native speakers? Here is the quote, taken directly from the school's website:

"9.Provide proof of English Proficiency. If English is not your native language- regardless of your citizenship-you must provide the university with verification of your proficiency in English. All applicants should have an official report of their scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the appropriate application deadline."

Answer 1

It does not mean that all applicants must provide a test as a proof of their English proficiency - just non-native speakers. The quote you mentioned specifies that non-native speakers could be U.S. citizens. If you've said elsewhere on your application that English is not your first language, you'll have to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score with your application.

Answer 2

You only have to provide the TOEFL "If English is not your native language."



I agree; it is worded poorly. I would e-mail their admissions office and let them know. You can phrase it as a question, just to be nice. Pretty much you can just copy this post and send it to them.

Answer 3

No, only applicants whose native language is not English. If you went school in America or any other primarily English speaking country, you're fine.

Answer 4

yes i think yo may have to take the TOEFL test. or call the admissions office and ask about it in more detail.