ETS Scorers – Work at Home Scoring Tests!

Updated May 24, 2026.

ETS (Educational Testing Services) is a company that pays people to score tests for various educational institutions both online and on-site, but in this post I'm going to focus on the ETS scoring jobs from home because it's an interesting way to make some money from home if you're qualified for it.

The work you do for ETS is very similar to what you do for other test scoring companies that I sometimes post about. If you are also open to online tutoring jobs, that page has a wide range of options worth browsing as well.

ETS has been around since 1947, and if you work for them, you'll have the opportunity to score all kinds of tests and assessments, possibly even SAT results.

They are one of the more popular work at home companies hiring for education-based jobs.

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How much does ETS pay home scorers?

The pay rate for online scoring depends on the exams you are scoring and your location. Glassdoor indicates that the average ranges between $18 and $32 hourly, and this appears to be in line with what current openings list where pay is disclosed.

That said, the Glassdoor reviews paint a more cautionary picture worth knowing about before you apply. Long-term scorers report receiving no raises in over a decade, and pay has actually been cut on some previously higher-paying exams. The GRE, for example, reportedly dropped from $21 to $15 per hour.

Reviews from 2025 and early 2026 also flag that shifts are frequently cancelled with zero cancellation pay — a policy that used to offer at least partial compensation. A February 2026 review noted that ETS outsourced a significant number of scoring positions with no advance notice or communication to affected workers.

Because of all this, it is best to treat this as supplemental income rather than something you can rely on consistently.

The company will pay you for your training time. However, the training process is more involved than it may appear. According to ETS's own FAQ, certification can take up to 8 hours and must be completed in a single scheduling window, though you can log off and take breaks.

Most programs offer two attempts at the certification exam if you need them, and both are paid.

How and when does ETS pay?

ETS pays via direct deposit to your bank account twice monthly.

What are the requirements for ETS scoring jobs?

As stated above, this depends on the tests you're signing up to score. The vast majority require that you have either past teaching experience, current employment as a teacher, and/or a bachelor's degree.

Your best bet for determining whether or not you can apply is to visit their list of currently available online scoring opportunities and read the requirements for each one.

Also, according to the ETS website, “All Raters participating in online scoring programs must reside and perform their work within the continental United States, Hawaii, Alaska or Puerto Rico. Raters must have authorization to work for remuneration in the United States.”

How flexible are the hours?

With most ETS scoring jobs, you have to pick out shifts to work, so this is flexible in that regard. You need to stick to the hours you commit to if possible.

Scoring sessions run Monday through Sunday from 8:30am to 9:30pm Eastern Time, and most programs offer 8-hour shifts during their scoring periods, though some have a minimum commitment of four hours per shift.

The catch is that shifts can be cancelled without notice if there is not enough work available, and as noted above, ETS no longer provides cancellation pay when this happens.

Many reviewers flag this as a significant downside, especially for anyone counting on a predictable income from the work.

Do you work for ETS as an employee?

You work for ETS as a “variable employee.” This means ETS cannot predict whether you will consistently work more than 30 hours per week, and your scheduled hours will fluctuate based on program needs.

There are no guaranteed hours and no benefits associated with this classification.

How do you apply for ETS scoring jobs?

If you want to check out what ETS scoring jobs are available and start your application, you can go here to look at their open opportunities.

Additionally, I recommend checking out their FAQ here with lots more detailed information on the position and their hiring process. Note that the review and approval process can take up to four weeks from the time you initially apply.

I'd also recommend reading through the most recent Glassdoor reviews before applying, as they are quite mixed and the concerns raised by long-term scorers are worth factoring into your decision. You can find those by searching “ETS test scorer” on Glassdoor.

Looking For More Work at Home Jobs In Education?

If so, I'd recommend getting a membership to FlexJobs. They list hundreds of screened, legitimate remote jobs five days per week that are guaranteed to be scam-free, and education-related remote roles come up regularly.

There are also no ads on the site, which makes browsing much easier than most job boards. A membership costs just $2.95 for 14 days if you want to check it out, and canceling is very easy if it is not a good fit after the trial.

You might also want to browse my education jobs page for more remote options in this space.

Go here to check out FlexJobs.

Good luck in whatever you choose to do!