Sections
Levels at ALPS
ALPS has 6 levels, from beginning to advanced.
Each level usually takes three or four 4-week sessions to complete (12-16 weeks total per level).
You study new material each session even if your level does not change.
To go to the next level, you must pass a Level-Up exam.
You can spend a maximum of six 4-week sessions in one level.
ALPS levels correspond to CEFR levels:
| ALPS Level | CEFR Level |
|---|---|
|
Level 1 |
A1 |
|
Level 2 |
A2 |
|
Level 3 |
B1 |
|
Level 4 |
B2 |
|
Level 5 |
C1 |
|
Master’s |
C1+ |
What Level Will You Be at ALPS?
Your starting level is determined by a combination of placement tests:
- An online placement test for listening, grammar, vocabulary, and reading
- An individual speaking placement test
- A writing placement test (only if you take Intensive Reading & Writing or Intensive Test Prep)
Contact us for a free placement evaluation if you want to know your level!
How Long Will It Take for Me to Finish the Course?
Most ALPS students study between 4 and 72 weeks.
Your course length depends on your goals and your English level when you start!
For example, if you begin at ALPS in Level 3 and your goal is to attend an American college or university, you will need advanced English skills. You will need to advance to Level 5 or Master’s. Assuming that you take three 4-week sessions of each level, your course progression would likely look like the following:
- 3 sessions (12 weeks) in Level 3
- 3 sessions (12 weeks) in Level 4
- 3 sessions (12 weeks) in Level 5
- 3 sessions (12 weeks) in Master’s
In this scenario, your total course length would probably be 36-48 weeks.
On the other hand, if your goal is just to build your speaking confidence in a short time, you might meet your goal after a single 4-week session.
If you plan to study less than 3 sessions (12 weeks), you will remain in the same level for your entire course.
Here is a graphic that shows how students advance through levels at ALPS:
