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BEA—Mandarin (028)

The BEA—Mandarin (028) test is being revised. This test will be available until the revised test is available in 2024.

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Format	Computer-based test (CBT) 40 selected-response items and 5 constructed-response assignments
Time	4 hours and 15 minutes total appointment time 15 minutes for CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement 4 hours testing time
Test Dates	By appointment during testing windows. View testing windows and scheduling deadlines.
Test Sites	Offered at specific test centers in New York. View test center locations. To find specific test dates, use the seat availability tool .
Passing Score	220
Test Features	This test includes one or more assignments that require you to record a spoken response. View the Speaking Assignment tutorial . This test includes one or more assignments that allow you to handwrite and scan your responses. Review the tutorial video and scanning instructions (the instructions will be available during your test).
Test Fee	$65 Review complete fee and payment policy information.
Score Reporting	View score report dates.
Testing Policies	When you register, you must agree to abide by all testing rules and policies. Read the rules and policies now.
Alternative Testing Arrangements	Read about how to request alternative testing arrangements.
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