50+ Facts About the TOEFL iBT Test

TOEFL is pronounced as (tofol)
TOEFL stands for Test of English as a Foreign Language
iBT stands for Internet Based Test
The TOEFL iBT test is the world’s premier English-language proficiency test and is widely accepted by universities, colleges, and institutions around the world for university study, work, and immigration! In fact, it is accepted in more than 13,000 institutions in over 200 countries!
TOEFL iBT is 100% academic content and is therefore preferred by academic institutions for admissions.
TOEFL iBT test consists of four sections: Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing. Each section evaluates different language skills.
The total testing time is less than 2 hours!
Reading Section: 20 questions; 2 Reading passages – 35 minutes
Listening Section : 28 questions ; 3 Lectures, 2 Conversations – 36 minutes
Speaking Section : 4 tasks – 16 minutes
Writing Section : 2 tasks – 29 minutes
Test-takers can view their unofficial Reading and Listening scores at the end of their tests!

The date test-takers can expect to receive their scores will be displayed at the end of the test!
Official scores are available as soon as 4-8 days after the test!
Test-takers can show their best overall test performance with MyBest® scores, which are the combination of the test-taker’s best section scores from the past 2 years!
The total score on the TOEFL iBT ranges from 0 to 120, with each section scored on a scale 0 to 30?
Test registration closes 7 full days before the test date!
Late registration closes 2 full days before the test date!
In addition to test centers, test-takers have the option to take the test from the comfort of their homes.
TOEFL Home-edition is offered 24/7; 4 days a week, and registration can be done up to 24 hours before the test!
It is recommended to register for the TOEFL iBT test at least 2 to 3 months before the test-taker’s earliest admissions deadlines to ensure their scores will be reported in time!
TOEFL iBT scores are sent to test-taker’s designated score recipients approximately 4- 16 business days after the test date!
Test-takers can choose which scores to send to institutions they’re applying to, allowing them to present their best performances.
Test-takers have the option of sending their scores to up to four institutions of their choice for free!

Test-takers can use TOEFL Search Service which is a free service that matches the test-takers with universities based on their profiles! They can receive information about programs of study, financial aid, fellowships and other educational opportunities.
100% of universities in Australia accept TOEFL iBT scores.
100% of universities in Canada accept TOEFL iBT scores.
100% of universities in UK accept TOEFL iBT scores including the Russell Group® schools!
100% of universities in New Zealand accept TOEFL iBT scores .
100% of universities in Ireland accept TOEFL iBT scores .
100% of universities in US accept TOEFL iBT scores .
Accepted by all the top universities across Asia!
96% of the TOEFL iBT test takers pass the test the first time in Kenya and Nigeria.
Over 90% of TOEFL IBT test takers surveyed got into their 1^stor 2^ndchoice university!
90% of US universities prefer the TOEFL iBT test over other English language tests!
More TOEFL scores are sent to French and German universities than any other English-language test!
Test-takers can retake the TOEFL iBT as many times as they wish, but there must be a 3-day gap between attempts!
TOEFL iBT scores are valid for two years from the test date!
A valid ID (National ID/ Passport) must be used for test registration and test-takers must use the same names that appear on the ID.

Test-takers must bring along their valid IDs on test day.
The Listening section features a variety of English accents, including North American, British, Australian, and others, to expose test-takers to different English-speaking styles?
In the Speaking section, test-takers are given a limited amount of time to respond to prompts. This simulates real-life situations where quick, concise responses are often required.
There are numerous FREE test preparation materials on the ETS website to help test takers practice and familiarize themselves with the test format: Full-length practice test, practice sets, the TOEFL Go!® app and more.
The content of the TOEFL iBT test is regularly updated to reflect changes in language usage and teaching methods.
ETS provides accommodations for test-takers with disabilities or health-related needs, ensuring that the test is accessible to a wide range of individuals!
ETS employs various security measures to ensure the integrity of the test, including biometric identification, secure testing environments, and content protection?
While the TOEFL iBT is designed for non-native English speakers, some native speakers take the test as well, especially if they haven’t been living in an English speaking country for an extended period.
Since test-takers can retake the TOEFL iBT, some people challenge themselves to improve their scores, treating it as a personal English proficiency challenge.

It’s possible that some well-known figures who aren’t native English speakers have taken the TOEFL iBT at some point in their educational journey.
The TOEFL iBT doesn’t require test-takers to memorize facts or information. It focuses more on assessing their ability to comprehend and communicate in English?
The highest number of test-takers in Nigeria are male – 60% while women account for 40% while in Kenya; male 49% and female 51%?
The Speaking and Writing prompts cover a wide range of topics, from education and technology to culture and society.
Test-takers might find themselves discussing everything from robots to famous historical figures!

Nigeria has 13 authorized TOEFL iBT testing centers: