The Test of English as a Foreign Language, TOEFL, is a standardized test that measures your skill in using and understanding English at the university level. The test is usually required by universities and colleges in English-speaking countries, such as the United States, Canada, and the UK, from students whose first language is not English. It is a test that measures your reading, listening, speaking, and writing abilities in English.
TOEFL comes in two formats, namely an internet-based test (iBT) and a paper-based test (PBT). The iBT is more popular and is taken online, but the PBT is offered in locations where there is no access to the internet. The test helps schools determine if you can be successful in an English-speaking academic setting.
Your TOEFL score is valid for two years, and it is accepted by over 11,000 universities and institutions worldwide. Preparing for the TOEFL can improve your English skills and open up opportunities for studying abroad.