mail print

Who is ETS: Helping students all over the world

Students in a classroom watching a lectureNonprofit ETS has spent over 60 years advancing quality and equity in education — extending its global reach to millions of people worldwide, including students, parents, teachers, educational institutions, and government agencies.

How does ETS serve the needs of these very different groups?

  • ETS develops, administers and scores more than 50 million tests a year, all based on rigorous research. Tests include:
    • The TOEFL® test, the most accepted, most respected test of English skills for an academic setting
    • The GRE® (Graduate Record Examinations®) General and Subject Tests, the entrance exam for graduate school that measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking and analytical writing skills
    • The TOEIC® test (Test of English for International Communication™), the most respected standard for establishing workplace English skills in the world
  • ETS creates customized services and products for teacher certification, English-language learning and elementary, secondary and post-secondary education
  • ETS conducts rigorous educational research, analysis and policy studies

What does ETS do for students like you?

  • Works at the local level all around the world to make sure ETS products meet the specific needs of all students in their home countries
  • Participates in and supports local student fairs
  • Hosts TOEFL seminars for test takers
  • Supports students through scholarships designed to advance their academic pursuits
  • Encourages outstanding achievement in language proficiency and academic excellence