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Service three of four

Test prep &
documentation.

First, we tell you which English test you actually need. Then we prep you focused on the band you need, not the perfect score. And we handle the documents nobody else wants to — apostilles, translations, transcripts, LOR templates.

First question

Which test do you
actually need?

Most students pay €200+ for the wrong test, then have to retake. Different countries and programs accept different ones. We diagnose first.

IELTS

Most widely accepted across Europe. Paper or computer. Quick result.

Cost: ~€220
Score window: 14 days
Best for: Spain, Germany, Netherlands, Ireland

TOEFL iBT

Internet-based. Strong for US-leaning curricula and tech programs.

Cost: ~€225
Score window: 6 days
Best for: Switzerland (ETH, EPFL), some Germany

PTE Academic

Fully computer-based. Fast results. Growing acceptance.

Cost: ~€180
Score window: 2 days
Best for: Most EU + UK programs

Duolingo English Test

Cheapest, fastest, take from home. Growing acceptance but not universal.

Cost: ~€55
Score window: 2 days
Best for: Many private + some public unis

If you're applying to a German Studienkolleg or German-taught program, you may need TestDaF or DSH instead. We cover those too — separately quoted.

Our prep tracks

Two tracks.
Built around weak spots.

Track 01

4-week sprint

For students already at or near target band. We diagnose where you're losing points, drill those, and run mock tests in the last week.

  • Diagnostic mock test (week 1)
  • Weak-area drills (2 sessions/week)
  • Speaking practice with real feedback
  • Writing review on every essay
  • Two full mock tests in week 4
Track 02

8-week foundation

For students with conversational English but no test exposure. We build vocabulary, structure, and test strategy from scratch.

  • Skills assessment + curriculum customization
  • Three sessions per week, two skills per session
  • Weekly written feedback portfolio
  • Speaking partners + recorded practice
  • Three full mock tests across weeks 6–8

We don't sell 100-hour packages. The cost-benefit drops sharply after 30–40 focused hours.

Documentation

SOPs, LORs, transcripts.
The boring half that decides everything.

Application docs are where most students leak admit chances. We obsess over the details so admissions officers don't have to.

SOPs

Two coached drafts. We ask the questions that pull out your real story. You write. We refine. Admissions officers spot consultant-written SOPs instantly — yours won't be one.

Coaching, not ghostwriting.

LORs

We brief your recommenders with profile-aligned talking points. Provide bullet templates they can shape. Most professors thank us — most have never been asked properly before.

Different LORs for different unis.

Transcripts & certificates

Apostille coordination, certified translation, university envelope sealing — every country has its own paperwork ritual. We've done them all.

APS certificate for Germany included.

Test prep pricing

A la carte.
Or bundled with the rest.

Test prep and documentation can be taken on their own. Bundle with counseling and scholarships for substantial savings. Disclosed on your free discovery call — no surprises.

Test prep FAQ

Questions on prep
and docs.

What score do I really need?

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Most European master's want IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) or equivalent. Top programs at ETH, IE, EPFL ask for 7.0+. We tell you the realistic minimum for your shortlist on day one — no over-prep for unnecessary bands.

Can I skip the test entirely?

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Sometimes yes — many universities accept Medium of Instruction (MOI) letters from your bachelor's institution if you studied entirely in English. Germany and Hungary are particularly flexible. We check this first; it can save you €200 and two months.

Will you write my SOP for me?

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No — we coach. We ask the questions, identify the stories, give structural feedback, edit voice and grammar. But the words must be yours. AI and consultant-written SOPs are detected almost universally now. Your real voice on your best day wins.

My professors don't know how to write LORs. Can you help them?

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That's normal. We give them a structured brief — your strengths, project highlights, and the right framing for European admissions panels. They use it however they want. Most write much better LORs than they would unsupported.

How long does apostille and translation take?

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Apostille from MEA (India) takes 2–3 weeks if you go through a registered agent. Certified translation takes another week. We start this at the beginning of the application phase — not after — to avoid the panic.

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