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Exam Guide Test of English as a Foreign Language

What is TOEFL?

A clear guide to the Test of English as a Foreign Language, widely used for university admission.

The Basics

What is TOEFL?

TOEFL stands for the Test of English as a Foreign Language. It measures your ability to use and understand English at the university level and is widely accepted by institutions, especially in the United States and Canada.

The modern test, TOEFL iBT, is taken on a computer and focuses on academic English across reading, listening, speaking, and writing.

Type
TOEFL iBT (internet-based)
Sections
Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing
Length
About 2 hours
Score
0 to 120

Who is TOEFL for?

TOEFL is for students applying to universities and programs that teach in English, particularly in North America, as well as for scholarships and academic exchange.

How It Works

The TOEFL Format

TOEFL iBT tests four academic skills on a computer, often including tasks that combine skills, such as reading, listening, and then speaking or writing about a topic.

Reading

Academic passages with questions that test comprehension and analysis.

Listening

Lectures and conversations from a campus setting.

Speaking

Short spoken responses, some based on what you read and hear.

Writing

Essays, including one that combines reading and listening.

How TOEFL is Scored

TOEFL iBT is scored from 0 to 120, with each of the four sections scored from 0 to 30. Universities set their own requirements, often between 80 and 100, depending on the program.

The Value

Why Take TOEFL?

University Admission

Meet English requirements at institutions worldwide.

Academic Focus

Practice the exact English you need for study.

Recognized Widely

Accepted by thousands of universities, especially in North America.

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Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good TOEFL score?
Requirements vary, but many universities ask for 80 to 100 out of 120.
Is TOEFL taken on a computer?
Yes. The standard TOEFL iBT is taken on a computer.
How long is a TOEFL score valid?
TOEFL scores are typically valid for two years.
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