The Test Of English As Foreign Language (TOEFL) measures one’s ability to use and understand English at the University level. It is a measure of the effectiveness of combining Reading , Writing, Speaking and Listening for performing academic tasks. TOEFL is popular due to the following reasons: The TOEFL is the most preferred by universities in the United States, France and Germany, and by graduate programs in Canada. 90% of TOEFL test takers surveyed got into their 1st or 2nd choice university.
Administered by the Educational Testing Service(ETS) – a US-based non-profit organization; recognized by more than 9,000 participating institutes and organisations across 130 countries, including Australia, Canada, the UK and the United States. TOEFL Test result is primarily used to fulfil visa requirements in some countries. The test score is valid up to 2 years and is usually held on Saturdays and Sundays.
Aspirants across the globe can even apply for TOEFL scholarships if they desire to avail financial aid.