C1 Advanced and IELTS are accepted as reliable proof of English language ability by many US universities and colleges.
For help with finding and applying to a college or university in the USA, go to the Education USA website.
About Cambridge English: Advanced
C1 Advanced, also known as Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), is a high-level qualification in English for demanding academic and professional situations.
C1 Advanced is accepted by many universities and colleges in the USA, including:
- University of Idaho
- Fordham University
- Northeastern University
- University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
- Concordia College.
Find out more about C1 Advanced
About IELTS
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is world's most popular test for higher education and global migration. Over 2 million candidates take the test each year to start their journey into international education and employment.
IELTS scores accepted by thousands of USA universities and faculties as part of their application procedures, including Ivy League institutions such as:
Find out more about IELTS
As well as many national and international organisations, professional bodies representing major USA employers also use Cambridge English exams for overseas recruitment, including:
- International Commission on Healthcare Professions (ICHP)
- American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
- many individual state boards of nursing.