These are the questions parents and students bring to Al Khawarizmi Institute most often, each with a short answer and a link to the full guide. Exam fees come from the exam owners and can change, so each guide links to the official page. We prepare students for these exams, and we are a certified Cambridge and IELTS training centre and exam venue.
By Al Khawarizmi Institute. Checked on 1 November 2026.
SAT and ACT
How do I register for the digital SAT from Lebanon?
You register online through your College Board account and choose your test centre during registration, with a photo and a form of payment ready. Read how to register for the digital SAT, including the current fee according to College Board.
Can I sit the SAT at the institute?
No. The SAT is not hosted at the institute, but our team helps students register online, and you pick from the official list of centres when you book.
How much is an SAT course, and what does it cover?
Exam-course fees vary, so we confirm yours for the specific course, with no registration fee and a free placement test. The course covers the whole syllabus of both sections, Reading and Writing, and Math. See SAT preparation in Lebanon.
Should I take the SAT or the ACT?
Start with the universities on your list, because most that ask for one of these exams accept either. Read SAT or ACT: how to choose for what to weigh if both are accepted.
TOEFL
How much does the TOEFL cost in Lebanon?
The TOEFL iBT costs $255 in Lebanon, before any VAT or other tax, according to ETS. Our TOEFL guide for Lebanon has the fee, how to register and where to look.
Where and when can I take the TOEFL in Lebanon?
You find dates and test centres on the schedule page in your ETS account, because ETS does not publish one fixed list for Lebanon. The exam is not held at the institute. We offer TOEFL preparation in Simkanieh or online.
Should I take the IELTS or the TOEFL?
Start with the requirement, not the test: your university, employer or immigration authority publishes the tests it accepts and the score it wants. Read IELTS or TOEFL: how to choose, which also covers tests accepted for migration.
IELTS
How much does the IELTS cost in Lebanon, and how do I book?
The IELTS costs USD 270 at the British Council centre in Beirut, for both Academic and General Training, according to the official IELTS listing. You can book with the British Council or with IDP. Read IELTS in Lebanon: fee, booking and results.
What IELTS score do I need?
For undergraduate admission, usually a band between 5 and 6.5, depending on the university and the country. For immigration it depends on the country, the visa and the points you want to claim. Read what IELTS score you need, including what to do if your score falls short.
Do I need IELTS Academic or General Training?
Academic if you are going to study at university or need professional registration in English. General Training if you are migrating to an English-speaking country, or training or studying below degree level. Read Academic or General Training.
How early should I start preparing?
At least two months before the exam, and longer is better. Our team advises whether your target score is realistic in the time you have. See IELTS preparation in Lebanon.
University entrance exams
What is the EEE in Lebanon?
There is no single EEE. It stands for English Entrance Exam, and AUB, LAU and BAU each set their own. Read how AUB, LAU and BAU test your English, with links to each university for registration and samples.
NLP
What is NLP?
NLP stands for neuro-linguistic programming, an approach to communication and personal development first developed by John Grinder and Richard Bandler in the 1970s. On a course you learn practical techniques and practise each one on a real person. Read what NLP is and what you learn.
What is the difference between a Practitioner and a Master Practitioner?
The Practitioner is the first level, about 40 hours as a reference, with no prerequisites. The Master Practitioner is the second level and requires the earlier training and certification. Read which NLP level is for you.
Learning a language
How long does it take to learn a language?
At our usual pace, one level takes about 5 to 10 weeks of class, so reaching B2 from zero takes months of steady work. These are reference figures, confirmed after the placement test. Read how long a language takes, by level, which also explains the CEFR levels.
How do I sit the DELF in Lebanon?
Through the Institut français du Liban, not at our institute. We prepare you for it. See DELF preparation in Lebanon.
Where can I take Russian classes?
In Simkanieh or live on Zoom. Russian runs when there is enough demand, so register your interest on WhatsApp. See Russian courses in Lebanon.
About Al-Khwarizmi
How did Al-Khwarizmi solve quadratic equations?
By completing the square, the method our institute’s namesake set out. Read Al-Khwarizmi’s method, step by step.
About the institute
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