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English Entrance Exam (EEE)
LAU administers the English Entrance Exam (EEE), which measures your level of proficiency in English. It is one of the tests LAU accepts when assessing candidates for admission.
EEE Schedule and Preparation
| Exam Date | Time | Campus |
Registration Deadline Sessions have a limited capacity and may fill up before the deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 24 | 09:00 | Beirut/ Byblos | January 18 |
| February 21 | 09:00 | Beirut/ Byblos | February 15 |
| March 07 | 09:00 | Beirut/ Byblos | March 01 |
Test Description
Download the EEE Test Preparation Guide ( AY 25-26).pdf/ EEE Sample.docx to help you prepare for the exam. Please contact the Academy of Continuing Education at LAU if you wish to take English courses to prepare for the test https://ace.lau.edu.lb/
EEE Registration
After you’ve applied to LAU, you can register for the EEE using your LAU Portal username and password.
To be able to register online, you need to:
- Attach a soft copy of your recent passport-size photo.
- Upload a copy of your valid identity card (هوية) , Personal Civil Status Record, or passport.
- Pay online using a credit or a debit card (Visa or MasterCard only) in US Dollars Only (for the amount of US$60)
Please note the following:
- You may register and sit for the exam on either the Beirut or the Byblos campus. Please choose the campus most convenient for you.
- Testing sessions can accommodate limited number of seats.
- If you want to re-take the EEE, you must wait at least one month between tests.
- Registration should be done before the deadline.
- Please view The Minimum Required Score
Reschedule/ Cancellation/ Program Acceptance Requirement Policy
Rescheduling: In case you have a valid excuse and you need to reschedule at the last minute, email us and we will study your case.
Cancellation: If you failed to attend without prior notification, your test will be canceled with no refund.
Program Acceptance Requirement: A refund will be issued in case a registered student is not required to take the exam.
Examination Rules & Policies (Must Read)
All exam takers are required to strictly follow the policies and procedures below. Failure to comply may result in immediate dismissal from the exam and disciplinary action.
What to bring on exam day
- Registration payment confirmation (email)
- Original physical ID: identity card (هوية), personal civil Status Record, or passport.(Not photocopied or electronic. Digital IDs will not be accepted).If you fail to present an original ID, you will NOT be allowed to take the test.
- You need to know your LAU username and password.
Arrival
- You must arrive to the testing area at least 30 minutes before your exam.
- Latecomers will not be permitted to take the test.
Cellphones/personal items
- Mobile phones and other electronic devices must be turned off and placed in your bags.
- Use of cellphones or other electronic devices will result in immediate termination of the exam.
- Personal items and bags will be placed at the front or outside of the testing room in a secured place. This includes hats, clothing with attached hoods, outwear of any type (jackets, coats, pullovers, sweaters, etc.)
- No food, gum, or smoking is allowed. Only water in a clear bottle is permitted.
Test info
- Pens and pencils will be provided. Nothing other than your admission ticket and the original identity card/passport is expected to be on your desk.
- You may raise your hand to ask the proctor a question and they will approach you; however, proctors are not allowed to clarify any test material or help answer test questions in any way.
- You must leave scratch paper and the pencil on your desk before leaving the test room. All test materials remain the property of the university.
- You must not leave the exam room within the first hour unless approved by the invigilator.
Suspicious behavior
The following incidents will be reported and may result in disciplinary action:
- Communicating with others is strictly forbidden.
- Disturbing other students, bringing unauthorized materials, or continuing to write after time is called will be formally reported.
- Disciplinary penalties range from exam cancellation to expulsion.
- Possessing or using an electronic device during the exam.
- Looking at or copying another student’s work.
- Leaving the exam early without approval (including illness).
- We reserve the right to investigate any suspicious behavior. Your test may be stopped by the supervisor and your test score will be pending the results of the investigation.
Please note the following:
- Parents and other non- participants are not allowed to enter the campus.
- Bring only essential items such as your ID and a water bottle.
- Leave immediately after completing the test.
- Respect the instructions displayed on campus or provided by LAU personnel.
- Inform the Testing Services office about any underlying health condition or any immunosuppressive status to accommodate the seat accordingly.
In case you are feeling sick and need to reschedule your exam, kindly email us
EEE Results
Kindly note that test results MAY NOT be given over the phone or by email. You can find them on the Portal.
To obtain an Official Score Attestation Letter you need to:
- Complete a Score-Attestation-Request-Form.pdf
- You will receive an e-form via email once it is complete. You can obtain the Score Attestation Letter in person by visiting Testing Services and showing your ID.
EEE Frequently Asked Questions
Who must take the EEE exam?
English is the official language of instruction at LAU and newly admitted applicants can demonstrate their proficiency in the language by getting the minimum required score on the EEE test.
What is on the EEE test?
The English Entrance Examination focuses on assessing the student’s ability in grammar, writing, vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
How can I study/prepare for the test?
Download the EEE Test Preparation Guide ( AY 25-26).pdf / EEE Sample.docx to help you prepare for the exam.
Please contact the Academy of Continuing Education at LAU if you wish to take English courses to prepare for the test https://ace.lau.edu.lb/
How long will the test take?
The EEE session lasts 2 hours. The testing period is 1hour and 40 minutes. We allow 20 minutes for administration.
Where can I view my EEE test scores?
You can view your EEE results on the Portal.
What do I need to bring with me on placement testing day?
You need to bring the registration payment confirmation (email) and your original valid identity card (هوية), personal civil status record, or passport .We will provide all other testing materials (pen, pencil and scratch paper). Students who do not present an original ID with a photo on it will not be allowed to take the test.
What not to bring to the Exam room?
Don’t bring any electronic equipment or communication devices to the exam room (phones, smartwatches or wearable technology of any kind, portable listening or recording devices…). Only a water bottle is allowed. Food and beverage are not permitted.
Can I take the EEE test more than once?
Yes, you can retake the test. However, you must wait at least one month before taking the test again.