Question 1

What unique advantages does ACCP possess?

Accepted Answer

O ACCP é uma avaliação com IA que mede como os estudantes se desempenham em ambientes académicos em língua portuguesa — e não o quanto treinam para testes padronizados. Pontos de valor: avaliação de 20–30 minutos útil para decisões; tarefas académicas baseadas em cenários; pontuação multidimensional conduzida por IA; pensado para colocação, triagem e admissões.

Question 2

How much time does a ACCP test take?

Accepted Answer

The test typically takes approximately 25–30 minutes to complete, covering all three sections: Lecture Comprehension & Response, Academic Interaction, and Academic Reading & Written Response.

Question 3

What devices are required?

Accepted Answer

You need a computer or tablet with a webcam, microphone, and stable internet connection. Chrome or Edge browser is recommended.

Question 4

Qual a diferença entre ACCP e outros exames de português?

Accepted Answer

Exames gerais medem o português global; o ACCP centra-se no português académico da sala de aula: compreender explicações, participar em discussões e escrever respostas a trabalhos — competências do dia a dia escolar que outros testes cobrem menos. O ACCP é mais curto; a tecnologia de IA reduz custos e aumenta a eficiência.

Question 5

How is ACCP scored?

Accepted Answer

ACCP uses a 9-point scale (the highest score is 9), with separate sub-scores for Listening (lecture comprehension), Speaking (class discussion with professors), Reading (text, lecture slides), and Writing. Each sub-score shows exactly where a student excels or needs improvement.

Question 6

Where can I take ACCP test?

Accepted Answer

Normally ACCP test is 30 minutes long and available online (via secure proctoring) worldwide. Students can take it from home, making it convenient for those in any countries. Students can also take offline tests at the offices of our partners. For details, please contact the ACCP office.

Question 7

Why should college admissions officers care about ACCP?

Accepted Answer

ACCP helps you avoid 'score vs. reality' gaps. A high ACCP score means the student can immediately engage in classes, reducing the need for extra language support and increasing their chances of academic success. It's a more targeted way to evaluate international applicants.

Question 8

Can ACCP be used for graduate programs?

Accepted Answer

Yes! ACCP's academic scenarios include graduate-level lecture simulations and research discussion tasks, making it suitable for master's or PhD applicants too—especially for programs that require heavy classroom participation.

Question 9

O ACCP é adequado a falantes nativos ou quase nativos de português?

Accepted Answer

Sim. O ACCP também serve falantes nativos ou quase nativos: com forte domínio geral, foca no português académico especializado (explicações densas, discussão académica, escrita estruturada) e identifica lacunas subtis que testes gerais não detetam, apoiando a prontidão para estudos em programas avançados em língua portuguesa.

Question 10

How can institutions use ACCP results?

Accepted Answer

As instituições podem usar os resultados ACCP para: colocação com base em subpontuações; triagem de admissões e prontidão académica em português; acompanhamento da evolução do português académico; avaliação de programas com análise agregada de turmas e ajuste curricular.

Question 11

How much does it cost to participate in the ACCP test?

Accepted Answer

Currently, there is no fee for participating in the ACCP test. However, a very low evaluation fee will be charged in the near future.