Who We Are
Empowering Language Learners Globally Since 1985
In 1983, the International Testing Services Center under San Diego State University conducted research on the development of an English test with professors, linguists, and evaluation experts from the University of California, Los Angeles, Georgetown University, and Rado International College. For about three years after the completion of development, feasibility was verified and completed through sample surveys and preliminary test trials in countries around the world, including the United States, China, Japan, and Saudi Arabia, and the test began officially in 1985.
Our Legacy of Excellence
Originally affiliated with the College of Extended Studies at San Diego State University, ITSC has a rich history of administering the G-TELP (General Tests of English Language Proficiency) as a college admission test. Over the years, G-TELP has gained recognition as an English assessment leader for government organizations in the US, China, and Japan. Our tests were even designated as the official English evaluation tool at the 1988 Seoul Games Olympic Games and 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. ITSC has separated from SDSU in order to collaborate with more universities, while continuing to be firmly committed to the development and refinement of programs designed to help English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students at all levels learn English, as an independent educational measurement and evaluation organization.
Collaborating with Renowned Institutions
At ITSC, we are committed to continuously improving English assessment and providing high-quality English programs worldwide. Over the past three decades, we have sought to improve our products by partnering with renowned linguists, experts, and faculty members from prestigious institutions, such as Belmont University, Boston University, Brown University, Carnegie Mellon University, Columbia University, Concordia University, David Lipscomb University, Florida State University, Fordham University, George Washington University, Georgia State University, Georgetown University, Harvard University, Hollins University, Indiana University in Bloomington, Kent State University, Lado International College, Lancaster University, Manchester Metropolitan University, McGill University, Queens College, University of Arizona, UC Davis, UC Berkeley, University of California San Diego, University of Georgia, University of Kansas, University of Kent, University of California, Los Angeles, University of Minnesota, University of Mississippi, and University of Wisconsin.
Our Principles
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Objectivity
ITSC applies fair and objective scoring criteria, providing equal opportunities for all test takers.
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Fairness
As a global leader in English proficiency assessment, ITSC respects diversity and ensures that all test takers have fair opportunities regardless of race, nationality, gender, or age.
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Practicality
ITSC's test suite offers practicality that aligns with test-taking for academic, employment, and immigration purposes.