Six exams you should consider before studying abroad

Congratulations on considering studying abroad! Here are six exams you should consider taking before making the move:

1. Language Proficiency Exams:
   • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) for English-speaking countries.
   • DELE (Diploma of Spanish as a Foreign Language) or CELU (Certificate of Proficiency in Spanish) for Spanish-speaking countries.
   • DELF (Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française) or DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française) for French-speaking countries.
   • HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) for Chinese-speaking countries.
2. SAT or ACT:
   • If you're planning to study in the United States, you may need to take the SAT or ACT to apply to universities.
3. GRE (Graduate Record Examination):
   • If you're planning to pursue a master's or Ph.D. program abroad, you may need to take the GRE to apply to graduate schools.
4. GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test):
   • If you're planning to study business or management abroad, you may need to take the GMAT to apply to business schools.
5. PTE (Pearson Test of English):
   • An alternative to TOEFL or IELTS, the PTE is accepted by many universities worldwide.
6. Country-specific exams:
   • Some countries have their own exams or requirements, such as:
     • Australia: UMAT (Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admission Test) or GAMSAT (Graduate Australian Medical Schools Admissions Test) for medical programs.
     • Germany: DSH (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang) or TestDaF (Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache) for German universities.

Remember to research the specific requirements for your chosen country and university to ensure you're prepared for the exams. Good luck with your studies abroad!