Oral Proficiency Interviews (Computer)

International Graduate Support

Wyoming State law requires proof of English language oral proficiency for non-native speakers of English who will be hired for a Teaching Assistantship at the University of Wyoming.
Administered by Language Testing International (LTI)
Fully web-based and also remotely proctored. (OPIc proctoring at UW is not available.)
Accessible from anywhere, at any time.
Cost: $108 (remote proctoring included). Reimbursement is possible upon departments’ discretion. (Contact your advisor/graduate coordinator to find out about this option.)
Results available in 2 to 5 workdays
OPIc Certificates are processed by UW Admissions; no forwarding is necessary
Passing Scores to qualify for a Teaching Assistantship: Advanced Mid (AM) or above
TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo exam speaking sub-scores can be a valid substitution for the OPIc exam.
Exemptions can be granted
OPIc familiarization and practice material available
OPIc results due for fall GTA hires: August 1, for spring GTA hires: January 1
3-week OPIc Preparation course starting date will be announced the first week of March 2023