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)
1200 Larimer St, Denver, Colorado 80204
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Phone: 303-315-2386
Email: ielts@ucdenver.edu
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday: 09:00 – 16:00
The North Classroom Building has multiple entrances, and most doors remain locked. On test day, please use the only entrance that will be open: the door directly across from Einstein Bros Bagels on Larimer Street. This entrance will be unlocked at 7:30 AM (it will remain locked before 7:30 AM). Look for the red IELTS signs on the correct door. Once inside, follow the posted IELTS signs to Room 1009B1.
IELTS
- Test Registration Fee: $285
- Request for a Re-mark (Enquiry on Results): $140
- Transfer fee: $71.25
- Cancellation fee: $71.25
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.
Transfer requests received more than 3 weeks prior to the test date will be charged a transfer fee of up to 25% of the cost of the test.
Transfer requests received less than 3 weeks prior to the test date due to a medical condition or exposure to COVID-19 will be rescheduled and will be charged a transfer fee of up to 25% of the cost of the test (Proof of circumstance must be provided, such as a letter from the local health authority or a physician).
A second transfer request due to a medical condition or exposure to COVID-19 will result in cancellation of your registration and a refund of 50% of the cost of the test will be refunded if the test center is notified prior to the test date.
Cancellation requests received more than 3 weeks prior to the test date will receive a refund less an administrative fee of up to 25%.
Cancellation requests received less than 3 weeks ahead of the test date will NOT receive a refund.
Please find more details about the terms and conditions here.
Test Center Cancellations, Travel and Accomodation Costs:
We understand that a cancellation, postponement, or transfer can be disruptive. If your test is cancelled, postponed, or moved under clauses 3.3.2 or 3.3.3 (IELTS Terms and Conditions), we will do our best to notify you as early as possible and will offer you either a full refund of the test fee or a free transfer to a future test date. Please plan travel and accommodation with this in mind: we are not able to reimburse any additional costs you may have arranged, such as travel, transportation, hotel, meals, or lost wages, even if those costs were incurred before you received notice. This applies to the fullest extent permitted by law.
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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