TOEIC®

The TOEIC^® Listening and Reading test lasts 2 hours and consists of 200 multiple choice questions, divided in two parts:

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Scores on the TOEIC^® Listening and Reading test are determined by the number of correct answers. The number of correct responses on each section is converted to a scaled score. Three TOEIC^® Listening and Reading scaled scores are given for each examinee:

• οne for the Listening Section
• οne for the Reading Section
• οne Total Score that consists of the sum of the Listening Section and Reading Section sub-scores.

Each sub-score can range from 5 to 495 points. The Total Score ranges from 10 to 990. There is no negative scoring. The Total Score consists of the sum of the Listening Section and Reading Section sub-scores.

The statistical procedures used to convert scores to a common scale ensure that similar TOEIC^® Listening and Reading scores indicate similar levels of English proficiency.

Rescoring

The scoring of the exams administered by the Hellenic American Union is consistent with the latest principles of evaluation that have been adopted by the examining bodies. Quality control at every stage of the scoring procedure certifies the credibility, as well as the validity of the results.

However, if you still wish to have your exam rescored, you may do so at a fee, within 30 calendar days after the official announcement of results. First, you will have to submit the appropriate Rescoring Request Form. You will receive by post the rescoring result upon completion of the rescoring procedure.

Please note the following:

• Rescoring Request Forms may be submitted within 30 calendar days after the official announcement of results. After this period, no rescore requests are accepted.
• Any scores resulting after rescoring are final and irrevocable.
• In the case that scores after rescoring are higher than the initial ones, rescore fees are refunded and a new candidate score report is issued.

Who recognizes the TOEIC^®

Public Authorities

Supreme Council for Civil Personnel Selection (Α.Σ.Ε.Π.)

The TOEIC® Listening and Reading certificate is recognized by the Private Sector as well as by the Supreme Council for Civil Personnel Selection (ASEP) in Greece and is valid for life, regardless of date of issuance.

According to recent Greek legislation, all TOEIC® Listening & Reading certificates that have already been issued or are to be issued until June 30, 2024, are recognized as valid by ASEP. Certificates issued on or after July 1, 2024, will not be accepted by ASEP as proof of foreign language proficiency. The date of examination is defined as the date of issuance of the certificates.

The TOEIC® Listening and Reading is recognized and accredited by ASEP, as proof of knowledge of English at the following levels:

Basic (405-500), Lower (505-780), Advanced (785-920) and Excellent (925-990).

The new scoring levels apply retrospectively to all candidates who attained a certificate from 1.12.2019 onwards. The scoring levels for those candidates who have attained a certificate before 1.12.2021 remain as follows: Very good knowledge (C1): a score from 785 to 900, Good knowledge (B2): a score from 505 to 780, Average knowledge (B1): a score from 405 to 500.

Universities in Greece

A number of universities in Greece also recognize the TOEIC^® Listening & Reading as proof of knowledge of English for entry into their graduate programs, including the following:

• Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Faculty of Dentistry
• University of Thessaly, Department of Physical Education and Sport Science
• University of Macedonia, Department of Educational and Social Policy
• University of Peloponnese, Department of Telecommunications Science and Technology
• University of Peloponnese, Department of Nursing
• University of Peloponnese, Department of Sports Organization and Management
• Hellenic Open University, School of Social Science
• Athens University of Economics and Business & National Technical University, "Athens MBA”

1. The above list is indicative.
2. The Hellenic American Union does not endorse specific universities or programs, unless stated otherwise
3. To verify the accuracy of the above, prospective students are advised to contact first the university they are interested in.