What is the TOEFL?
Q: What is the TOEFL?
A: The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is an assessment that measures a person's English language skills to determine if they are suitable for taking courses at universities or graduate schools in countries where English is the primary language.
Q: How many sections does the TOEFL test include?
A: The TOEFL test includes four sections which measure listening, reading, speaking and writing skills.
Q: How many colleges and universities accept the TOEFL?
A: More than 10,000 colleges, universities and agencies in over 150 countries accept the TOEFL.
Q: What are the three formats of the TOEFL test?
A: The three formats of the TOEFL test are PBT (paper-based), CBT (computer-based) and iBT (internet-based).
Q: How far in advance do people need to register for a place on the test?
A: People need to register 2–3 months before they wish to take the test in order to secure a place.
Q: How much does it cost to take the exam?
A: The cost varies depending on what kind of exam is taken.
Q: In what year did nearly 115,000 people take this exam in Korea?
A: In 2010, nearly 115,000 people took this exam in Korea.