IELTS Prep Courses in Beijing (China)

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While the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is generally viewed as an exam more widely required by colleges and universities in the United Kingdom, over the years it has been growing in popularity among English-speaking undergraduate and graduate programs in the United States. The IELTS is increasingly accepted by academic programs around the world looking for non-native English speakers to demonstrate their grasp of and proficiency with the English language. If you are a Beijing student planning on taking the IELTS and seeking to obtain the highest score you possibly can, we encourage you to contact us at Manhattan Review to learn more about our IELTS preparatory courses and find one that's right for you. We are here to help you achieve your collegiate goals, and we are proud to offer Beijing's most comprehensive, effective, and student-friendly resource for IELTS preparation. We have a variety of test prep options certain to help boost your score, as well as improve your confidence when it comes to taking this potentially life-changing exam. We offer classroom-style group courses, interactive online sessions, and one-on-one private tutoring. Our IELTS prep options are available during daytime, evening, and weekend hours and are available in-person or online, ensuring there's always an option that works with your schedule. 

When you partner with Manhattan Review, you receive access to our exclusive test prep materials and comprehensive study syllabus, in addition to having the opportunity to learn and implement effective test-taking tips and strategies. There's no need to attempt to piece together your own IELTS study plan, hoping you're covering all the relevant material and focusing on the content that will result in the highest score. We've taken all the guesswork out of preparing for the IELTS, and our world-class instructors have deconstructed and analyzed this exam to identify everything you need to know to succeed on test day. Our professional and experienced instructors are dedicated to helping you master the intricacies of the English language so you can demonstrate your knowledge and obtain the highest IELTS score possible. Manhattan Review has been the industry leader in standardized test prep since 1999, offering exceptional test preparation and instructional services, and we are proud to have retained the services of sought-after and respected instructors and tutors. Not only do our instructors have phenomenal test taking skills, having obtained their own impressive scores on standardized tests such as the IELTS, they are gifted and committed educators, with strong backgrounds in teaching and academia. This allows them to identify your unique learning style and share information in ways that make most sense to you, allowing you to retain and recall the necessary test content on the day of your exam. 

Our professional educators are in high demand, and they have worked to create a specialized test prep method that is both comprehensive and targeted, ensuring nothing is overlooked. They have helped countless students gain admission to top-tier English-speaking colleges and universities, including New York University, Columbia University, MIT, Johns Hopkins University, American University, Georgetown University, Harvard University, the University of Chicago, the University of Southern California, Stanford University, the University of Washington, Northwestern University, the University of Pennsylvania, Cornell University, Oxford University, the University of Cambridge, the University of California at Los Angeles, Princeton University, and elsewhere. 

The IELTS is one of two major exams used by universities in the English-speaking world to assess English language competency (the other exam is the Test of English as a Foreign Language, or TOEFL). The IELTS is a British examination, and it is therefore favored by many universities in the United Kingdom. The TOEFL is an American test, and many U.S. colleges favor it over the IELTS. A number of postsecondary institutions in both the United States and the United Kingdom, however, will accept either the IELTS or the TOEFL, and we advise all of our test prep clients to verify the English requirements of their preferred undergraduate or graduate program. If you have a choice between the IELTS and the TOEFL, the best solution is to try practice versions of both tests, ultimately favoring whichever one is easier for you. It is important to note that there are some clear differences between the two tests…speaking skills, for example, are evaluated by audio recordings on the TOEFL and by in-person interviews on the IELTS. 

The IELTS is graded on a scale of 1 to 9, with higher scores reflecting a better understanding of the English language and a stronger ability to communicate effectively in this language. Schools such as Harvard, Stanford, MIT, and Caltech require a minimum IELTS score of 7 in order to obtain admission to undergrade programs, although incoming students routinely have scores higher than this. Most colleges and universities in the United Kingdom and the United States suggest an IELTS score of 6 to 7 in order to be considered competitive for admission. 

At Manhattan Review, we are pleased to use our more than 20 years of test prep industry experience to help students just like you prepare for important tests by working to their full potential. Whether you enjoy learning in the company of others, require the flexibility of online instruction, or prefer the customized instruction of private tutoring, we're sure to have an option that's just right for you and all your test-related needs. It doesn't matter where you are in your IELTS preparation, if you've just started studying or have been studying for a while…when you partner with us, we are committed to supporting your learning and helping you increase your IELTS score while reducing any test-taking anxiety you might have. Our personable and enthusiastic instructors will guide you through applying effective and efficient test-taking strategies, in addition to teaching you how to identify specific types of test questions as you practice pacing yourself and strengthening your time management skills. Contact us today to learn more about how our outstanding tutors can help you obtain the IELTS score you need to take your place at the English-speaking undergraduate program you've always dreamed of. 

Beijing students know that if you plan to attend a prestigious English-speaking college or university, you need all the support you can get. Take advantage of the educational opportunities available at Manhattan Review and take your learning to the next level. The importance of attending a college with instant name recognizability cannot be overstated, particularly in today's globally competitive economy. In order to obtain the job of your dreams, you need to graduate from a respected university, and in order to be accepted by the best universities in the United States and elsewhere, you need to demonstrate a strong grasp of the English language. Thankfully, you don't have to accomplish such a feat on your own…let our professional instructors guide you to academic and collegiate success the way they've helped countless other students. An impressive IELTS score is the first step towards attending a world-class college, and we encourage you to reach out today, learning more about our test prep programs and setting yourself up for the success you deserve.

Meet a Beijing IELTS Tutor: Alexa T.

Alexa T. was born in Santiago, Chile, but moved to the United States in elementary school when her father was offered a position with a company in Miami. "I was so sad to leave my extended family," she recalls, "but thankfully I went back and spent my summers and most of my school vacations with my grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins." Alexa loved her South American heritage, from the artwork to the pottery to the beautiful blankets and other items created through traditions that had been passed down through generations. "I remember thinking one day, what will happen to these amazing works of art if younger generations—like myself—don't learn about them and get involved, or at least share their existence with others?" According to Alexa, that's when she knew she wanted to be a documentary filmmaker, preserving the past so it would never be gotten.

Alexa soon began filming her trips to visit family, documenting the process by which they created their art and celebrated their rich cultural heritage. "It turned out I loved filmmaking, and I was so excited to preserve something important, not just to me, but to history." Alexa worked hard during high school, serving as the president of her school's film club, competing on the swim and track teams, and helping to put on events that celebrated Hispanic and Latin American musicians and artists. Alexa's hard work paid off when she was accepted into the world-famous film program at the University of Southern California. "It was a complete dream come true, and I couldn't wait to learn the technicalities of film-making," she smiles.

After graduating from USC, Alexa began submitting her documentaries to film festivals, and she was invited to share her work around the world. She soon began receiving offers from various non-profit organizations to document specific parts of the world, recording the people for posterity and bringing attention to the beauty of rarely visited or difficult to reach places. As Alexa traveled, she realized more and more the importance of the English language and how it opened so many doors and offered unique opportunities for both personal and professional advancement. "Not only did I want to preserve culture, I wanted to help people move forward in their own lives, and helping them learn English seemed like a great way to do that." Alexa returned to school and obtained a Master of Teaching degree from American University before completing a TESOL certificate, as well. She then resumed her traveling and filmmaking but also began teaching English classes both in-person and online, helping those without access to English-speaking instructors learn the language. When Alexa had the chance to work with an organization in Beijing, she was thrilled to move to the dynamic and exciting city, and while she was there, she became familiar with Manhattan Review. When a position for an IELTS and TOEFL instructor opened up, Alexa jumped at the chance to continue her mission of helping others master the English language, and she happily joined the team. Students appreciate her trilingual skills, as well as her ability to break down concepts in ways that make them easy to remember. When she isn't helping students achieve their own English-language success, Alexa is most often editing her latest documentary film project, volunteering at a local school where she teaches pottery and other handcrafts in an afterschool program, or exploring the streets of Beijing with friends, camera in hand.