Who takes IELTS and why

People from all over the world take the IELTS test for many reasons. The reasons people take IELTS can vary as much as the people who take the test. Below is some information about who takes IELTS and some of the reasons why people choose to do so. 

Here are some interesting stats about IELTS: 

• IELTS is used around the world for a variety of purposes, including for work, study, and migration. 

• Over 11,500 organisations in 140 countries recognise the IELTS test. 

• Experts from around the world have developed the IELTS test. 

• The test is researched and monitored to ensure fairness for test takers, regardless of their background, gender, education, etc.

One of the reasons why IELTS is so popular is that it is widely accepted - by more than 11,500 organisations in over 140 countries. IELTS test results are accepted by a variety of organisations, including universities, colleges, schools and governments, as well as professional and industry bodies. 

Here is a list of organisations that accept IELTS, as well as the required test scores for each one.

One of the advantages of IELTS and why it is so popular is that it is available in a large number of places around the world.  For example, IDP has 450 test centres which offer the test in more than 145 countries.  There is the option of IELTS on computer test which is available most days of the year.  There is the IELTS on paper test, which can be taken several times a month on 48 different dates during the year, depending on the test centre demand.

Some people are surprised to learn that native English speakers may also be required to take the IELTS test. They may need it to attend university in another country, or to migrate to an English-speaking country, or to seek better career opportunities. Just like non-native English speakers, they also have to prove their language ability, and many do so by taking an IELTS test.