Academic Discussion — scored sample answer
Mental Health in Universities
3.0/5 on the ETS 0-5 rater rubric
The response is clear and relevant, with some engagement with a classmate's perspective. However, it lacks specific examples and contains minor grammatical errors, which limit its effectiveness. More detailed support and improved accuracy would enhance the response.
Reach120 practice band estimate — not an official ETS score How we estimate
18 / 30
legacy comparison · pre-2026 scale
Content
3/5Breakdown
Working well
- Logical conclusion — “Taking everything into consideration, providing accessible mental health support is a beneficial approach because it helps students manage stress and improve their academic performance.”
To improve
- Lack of specific examples Try: Provide a specific example or statistic, such as 'For example, a study at XYZ University showed that students who used mental health services had a 15% higher GPA on average.'
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