TOEFL

The TOEFL exam is divided into four sections, each assessing different language skills:

• Reading:

  • Duration: 54-72 minutes
  • Tasks: Read 3-4 academic passages and answer questions related to each passage. This section tests your ability to understand and analyze written texts on academic topics.

• Listening:

  • Duration: 41-57 minutes
  • Tasks: Listen to conversations, lectures, and discussions, then answer questions. This section evaluates your ability to understand spoken English in academic settings.

• Speaking:

  • Duration: 17 minutes
  • Tasks: Complete 4 tasks, including expressing an opinion on a familiar topic and responding to questions based on reading and listening passages. This section tests your ability to communicate effectively in English.

• Writing

  • Duration: 50 minutes
  • Tasks: Write 2 essays. The first task involves writing a summary of a reading passage and a listening segment, while the second task requires you to express and support an opinion on a given topic. This section assesses your ability to write clearly and coherently in English.

• Test Formats

  • TOEFL iBT: The most common format, administered online at authorized test centers.
  • TOEFL Paper-Delivered Test: Offered in locations where the internet-based test is not available. Note that this format does not include the Speaking section.

• Scoring

  • Total Score: The TOEFL iBT score ranges from 0 to 120, with each section (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing) scored from 0 to 30.
  • Score Validity: TOEFL scores are valid for two years from the test date.

• Why Take the TOEFL?

  The TOEFL is recognized by over 11,000 universities and institutions in more than 150 countries, including the U.S., Canada, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Achieving a high TOEFL score can enhance your application and demonstrate your English proficiency to admissions committees.

• Need Assistance?

  If you need help preparing for the TOEFL or navigating the admissions process, Edulentus is here to support you. Our expert counselors can guide you through every step, ensuring you’re well-prepared for your study abroad journey.