For international graduate students who want to prepare for the OPIc speaking test at the University of Tennessee, we can help!
Your OPIc Preparation Course includes:
- Access to online modules (4 hours of lessons and assignments)
- 1 group session (1 hour)
- 3 1-1 personalized coaching / pronunciation sessions (1.5 hours total)
Course Topics
- Test Structure
- Estimating speaking strength to obtain optimal level questions
- Answering questions
- Expanded communicative form
- Structuring answers
- Approaching unfamiliar topics
- Sounding confident
Cost
$300*
*Scholarships available for current UTK Graduate students
Course Schedule 2025
The online modules are accessible at any time. The group and 1-1 sessions are available at specific times in the calendar year and are noted below.
| Application Deadline | Access to Online Resources | In-Person Class |
|---|---|---|
| February 28 | March 1 – June 1 | March 6, 2-3pm |
| June 2 | June 1 – September 1 | June 4, 2-3pm |
| October 10 | October 1 – January 1 | October 15, 2-3pm |
Contact us at eli@utk.edu or phone us at 865-974-3404 to discuss the details. Apply below to get access to Canvas!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Will this course help me pass the OPIc?
A. A recent student said “I sincerely appreciate the time you spent guiding me and recommending strategies for passing the exam. Your advice was very helpful and gave me a new perspective on how to respond to the oral interview questions.” (This student passed the OPIc with a “High Advanced” score.)