DEADLINES FOR THE OCTOBER 3-10, 2009 FSOT |
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| Continuous Registration |
You may register for the October FSOT up until the deadlines listed below or until capacity is reached, which may be sooner. (If capacity is reached before the deadlines, you may schedule a seat for the following test, in late February/early March.) |
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| Mid to late August |
The list of overseas diplomatic posts offering the test in October will be posted on this website.
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| Approximately 5 weeks before test window opens |
Seat scheduling for the October test begins for candidates who have completed their Registration. (Invitations to schedule seats are issued by career track, and then on a first-come, first-served, basis until capacity is reached.) |
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| September 24, 9:00 a.m. (U.S. Central Daylight Time) |
Deadline for candidates intending to test overseas to submit completed Registration.
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| September 28, 9:00 a.m. (U.S. Central Daylight Time) |
Deadline for candidates intending to test overseas to schedule a test seat.
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| September 30, 9:00 a.m. (U.S. Central Daylight Time) |
Deadline for candidates intending to test in the U.S. to submit completed Registration.
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| 48 hours before start of your test: | Deadline for candidates intending to test in the U.S. to schedule a test seat — provided seats are still available. | |
It's best to give yourself plenty of time – avoid crowding the deadlines. | ||