PTE, ApplyBoard partner to streamline Nigeria’s global mobility pipeline

Pearson Test of English (PTE) and ApplyBoard have entered a strategic partnership to simplify the journey for learners in Nigeria pursuing study, work, and migration pathways.

By aligning ApplyBoard’s application support with PTE’s trusted English-language assessment, the partnership helps applicants understand requirements earlier, plan with confidence, and move more smoothly from preparation to submission.

For institutions, the partnership supports a stronger pipeline by helping applicants plan testing earlier, reduce last-minute delays, and submit more complete files.

Demand for global education and mobility from Nigeria continues to grow. In the United States, Nigerian student enrollment reached 20,029 in 2023/24, up 13.5% year over year (Open Doors 2024).

In the United Kingdom, the number of Nigerian students rose from 10,685 (2017/18) to 44,195 (2021/22), highlighting the scale and urgency of getting applications and language testing right. As demand rises, timely access to English testing and clearer guidance can mean the difference between meeting deadlines and missing an intake – this partnership is designed to simplify the journey and improve readiness at a key step.

As part of the partnership, learners and counsellors can access PTE vouchers via ApplyBoard and pay in Naira, helping them avoid foreign exchange delays and plan test dates and submission deadlines with greater certainty. Bulk options are available for counsellors supporting multiple applicants.

“With ApplyBoard, we’re removing barriers so learners in Nigeria can prove their English skills and stay on track for their study, work, or migration goals,” said Ipek Aydin, team manager, PTE Sales, Middle East and Africa.

“By combining ApplyBoard’s reach with PTE, we’re helping institutions engage better-prepared applicants and helping learners simplify the journey from planning to submission,” said Aaron McKee, director of Global Sales – Growth and VAS, ApplyBoard.

Together, PTE and ApplyBoard aim to give learners greater certainty and help institutions receive applicants who are better prepared to meet English-language requirements and timelines.