Introduction
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a comprehensive analysis of an individual’s ability to express thoughts and understand others with English as a mode of communication. If an individual is a non-native English speaker in the USA or the United Kingdom or aspires to go there to propel his/her career by enrolling in a good university, then achieving a good score in TOEFL can certainly boost the chance of acceptance into a good university.
The TOEFL FAQ chapter aims to provide answers to some of the commonly asked questions by the TOEFL aspirants.
TOEFL FAQ
The TOEFL® test measures the ability of non-native English speakers to use and understand the English language as it is heard, spoken, read and written in the university classroom. It has several advantages over other English language tests and helps you to stand out among other applicants.
The TOEFL iBT test is given on fixed dates, more than 50 times a year.
The entire TOEFL iBT test session (including check-in) is approximately 3½ hours. The test itself is 3 hours. Check-in time is 30 minutes.
Seats can fill up quickly, so register early. We recommend that you register 3 to 4 months before your desired test date to reserve your seat. Your test date should be 2 to 3 months before your earliest admissions application or another deadline.
Plan to take the TOEFL test 2 to 3 months before your earliest application or another deadline so your scores arrive at your institutions or agencies in time. Find application deadlines by checking each score recipient's website.