IELTS test scores are accepted as proof of English language ability at thousands of universities, colleges, and workplaces around the world, and by immigration authorities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the UK.
Our center offers both academic and general tests. Find out which test is right for you here.
IELTS Testing Information
IELTS Test Center at the ESL Academy
University of Colorado Denver
North Classroom Building, Room 1009B1 (BSS Computer Lab) , 1st floor
1200 Larimer St, Denver, Colorado 80204
Google Map Link
Phone: 303-315-2386 (email is preferred)
Email: ielts@ucdenver.edu
Opening Hours: please email us if you have inquiries
How to locate the test center
The North Classroom Building has multiple entrances and can be confusing. The building doors are locked. You will need to come to the entrance directly across from Qdoba on Larimer Street to be let in. This entrance is on the east side of the building – closest to Speer Blvd.
- Look for red IELTS signs on the doors.
- Enter and follow the posted IELTS signs to Room 1009B1.
- Please allow time for IELTS staff to let you into the building. Otherwise, email ielts@ucdenver.edu or call 303-315-2386.
IELTS
IELTS stands for the International English Language Testing System, which is a standardized English proficiency test for non-native speakers.
IELTS offers a range of tests tailored to your needs, whether you're pursuing higher education, professional registration, migration, or personal development.
We offer two types of tests: General and Academic. In both the General Training and Academic tests, the Speaking and Listening sections are the same. However, the Reading and Writing sections of these tests differ. They have been designed to assess language ability that is more relevant for each specific sector.
For more information, please visit https://ielts.org/take-a-test/test-types.
A One Skill Retake (OSR) is an option within the IELTS test that allows test takers to retake a single section of the test if they believe their performance on test day did not reflect their true ability. Instead of repeating the entire test, test takers can choose to retake one of the four skills: Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking.
OSR follows the same format as the corresponding section in the full IELTS test and must be taken within 60 days.
Test takers must have completed a full IELTS test and received their results before registering for an OSR, and they may take only one OSR per test.
The retake is always linked to the original test only.
The OSR is delivered in the same format as the original test, whether IELTS on Computer or IELTS Writing on Paper, with the Speaking component conducted face to face or via video call with a trained exminer.
| FEES | |||
| Registration | Transfer | EOR | |
| IELTS | $325 | $81.25 | $162.50 |
| OSR | $205 | $51.25 | $102.50 |
For any of the IELTS tests listed above, the following additional fees apply
- Additional paper copy of Test Report Form (if requesting more than 5): $10 each
- International Shipping Surcharge: $100
- Domestic Expedited Shipping Surcharge: $40
Send an email to ielts@ucdenver.edu with your full name, reference number, and test date for enquiry of results, transfers, cancellations, test report forms, and shipping enquiries.
Requests to transfer or cancel your IELTS must be submitted in writing by email to the test center where you have registered. Transfer or cancellation requests made via telephone will NOT be accepted.
Transfers
- 15 or more days before Listening, Reading Writing test date: Free Transfer is allowed
- Within 5 - 14 days of Listening, Reading, Writing test date: Transfer allowed – an administrative fee up to 25% of test fee paid is charged
- Within 4 days of a Listening, Reading, Writing test date: No Transfer allowed – any transfer during this period is treated as a cancellation.
Cancellations
- 15 or more days before a Listening, Reading, Writing test date: Cancellation is allowed – a refund of 75% of test fee paid can be claimed
- Within 14 days of a Listening, Reading, Writing test date: Cancellation is allowed – Test fee is non-refundable
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Cancel |
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15 or more days before LRW test date |
Free Transfer | Eligible for 75% refund |
| 5 -14 days before LRW test date | Transfer allowed with 25% administrative fee | Cancellation without a refund special considerations apply |
| 4 or fewer days before LRW test date | No transfers allowed special considerations apply | Cancellation without a refund special considerations apply |
Our test center currently only does computer based testing. To view upcoming test dates and availability for IELTS in Denver, Colorado, search the IELTS USA Online Registration System and register online. To complete your registration, you will need a digital copy of your identification (Passport, US Passport Card, US Permanent Resident Card or US Employment Authorization Card) and a credit or debit card to complete payment for your test registration.
On the test day, you must bring the same identity document you used for registration. Otherwise, you will not be allowed to take the test. Please carefully read and follow all instructions in the emails prior to your test date. The only items that may be brought into the IELTS test room are the approved identity document used to register for the IELTS test, and a transparent bottle of water (label-free).
Any Candidate who breaches these conditions will not receive an IELTS test result and will not be eligible for a refund or transfer.
Late arrival (no refunds/free transfers; speaking impacts PM LRW)
Please arrive by the reporting/check-in time shown in your booking confirmation and be ready to complete check-in and security/ID checks. If you arrive late, in line with 5.5 (IELTS Terms and Conditons) we will not be able to admit you, and no refund or free transfer will be provided. If you are late for your Speaking test, you will not be permitted to take your PM Listening, Reading, and Writing tests, and your booking will be treated as a no-show.
We want you to do well on your test. Should you need additional preparation resources, please visit this link for more information. You can also find more information here.
You will receive your results in 3-5 days after your test date. Please check your email. You may view your results in the IELTS USA Online Registration System.
Test takers are entitled to request an unlimited number of electronic Test Report Forms and five (5) paper copies of the Test Report Form free of charge to be sent directly to recognizing organizations, within 2 years of the test date.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) no longer requires the test taker to provide a paper copy for the purpose of verifying IELTS scores. IRCC has the ability to verify test taker results using the Test Report Form number.
Please contact us for further information on additional Test Report Forms.
If you are not satisfied with your IELTS results, you can apply for a review and re-mark of your score(s) through a service called an Enquiry on Results within 6 weeks after your test date.
If you wish to take the next step to have your IELTS re-marked, you will need to log in to your IELTS account, open the Results page and click on "Improve your score". Follow the instructions on the Portal. The Enquiry on Results fee will be refunded if the review results in a score change.
Your result may become available on the same day as your application and up to 21 days after your application. If you have not received a response after 21 days, please contact us.
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