What is the SPEAK test? Do I need to take the TSE/SPEAK test in order to get an assistantship?
The SPEAK test is a version of TSE that is offered on campus at UTA hence the two are equivalent. The TSE/SPEAK test is NOT required for being considered for an assitantship. As such we do not look for this in making decisions to award financial aid. The TSE/SPEAK test is required for holding an teaching assistantship, therefore you will be required to take the test if awarded a teaching assistantship. You can take the test on arrival at UTA or in your country if the test is administered. Often, students will take this exam prior to coming to UTA to either save money or stand a better chance of receiving an assistantship from other schools where it may be factor in assistantship decisions.
