From the Ivy League to state colleges and US nursing boards, your IELTS score is the key to unlocking opportunities in America.
Over 3,400 US institutions accept IELTS. You will need to take the Academic track for all degree levels.
| Community Colleges | 5.5 - 6.0 |
| Undergraduate Degrees | 6.0 - 6.5 |
| Postgraduate (Masters/PhD) | 6.5 - 7.0 |
| Ivy League (Harvard, Yale, etc.) | 7.0 - 7.5 |
The US Embassy in Nairobi requires proof of English proficiency as part of your F-1 Visa interview process.
| Minimum Recommendation | 6.0 Overall |
| Academic Integrity | Required |
*Note: Ensure your chosen university sends you an I-20 form before your visa interview.
To work as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the USA, you must obtain a VisaScreen certificate through CGFNS. For Kenyan nurses, the Academic IELTS is the most common route to meet the English requirement.