Test Format and Scoring
The CELPIP-Academic Test is fully computer-delivered. To complete the test, candidates must know how to use a computer mouse and keyboard.
Test Format
| Section | Time Allotted | Parts |
|---|---|---|
| Listening | 30 minutes |
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| Speaking | 30 minutes |
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| Academic Reading & Writing | 150 minutes |
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Total test time allotted is 210 min or 3.5 hours.
>> See our CELPIP-Academic Sample Questions
Scoring
| CELPIP Proficiency Index Level | CELPIP Levels |
| Level 5 | Effective Proficiency |
| Level 4H | Adequate Proficiency (High) |
| Level 4L | Adequate Proficiency (Low) |
| Level 3H | Developing Proficiency (High) |
| Level 3L | Developing Proficiency (Low) |
| Level 2H | Minimal Proficiency (High) |
| Level 2L | Minimal Proficiency (Low) |
| Level 1 | No Proficiency |
| Level 0 | Did not attempt or insufficient information to assess |