What is TOEFL?
Test of English as a Foreign Language, or TOEFL, was first organized in 1964. If you ask what the TOEFL exam is in Turkish, it means the Exam of English as a Foreign Language. While TOEFL was initially a required test for admission to universities in the United States, it is now accepted by more than 9000 universities and institutions in 130 countries around the world, including the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Sweden, New Zealand, Australia, Singapore and Malaysia.
  What is the purpose of the TOEFL test?
  Now that we have learned exactly what TOEFL is, it is worth noting that the main purpose of the exam is to measure your ability to understand spoken and written English and to recognize the appropriate structure of written English at the university level. The TOEFL test evaluates your ability to both speak and understand English by analyzing your English ability in terms of reading, speaking, listening and writing. These are all skills you will need to carry out your academic studies, and the TOEFL test is used by institutions to ensure students progress and succeed in their chosen course in a country where courses are taught in English. Tips for TOEFL Exam Preparation are in our guide. You can get overseas education consultancy by asking our experts free of charge about the schools, departments and applications to which you want to apply for a university abroad.
What are the TOEFL exam types?
TOEFL test types are divided into two: paper-based TOEFL PBT (paper-based test) and internet-based TOEFL iBT (internet-based test) exams. The main difference between the two TOEFL test formats is that when it comes to sections, TOEFL iBT has Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking sections. Since it is a computer-based exam, candidates see the questions on the computer and can record their answers via the keyboard and microphone.

1. Internet-based test - TOEFL iBT
A 60-80 minute reading session in which 3-5 passages with 12-14 questions each are read
A 60-90 minute listening session with 6-9 passages with 5-6 questions each
A speaking section lasting 20 minutes and containing 6 oral tasks
A writing section that lasts 50 minutes and includes 2 tasks to complete
 

2. Paper-based test - TOEFL PBT
A 30-40 minute listening session consisting of 3 parts
A 25-minute structure and writing session with 15 sentence completion exercises and 25 error detection examples
A reading session that lasts 50 minutes and includes answering 50 questions about the passages
A 30-minute writing section that includes a written essay of approximately 250-300 words
 

What is TOEFL iBT?
  The TOEFL iBT test is offered in 3 different ways to find the TOEFL test option that best suits your needs and preferences: at a testing center, at home, or on paper.
TOEFL iBT: It is administered in a computerized environment at more than 3,000 authorized test centers worldwide. It is presented more than 60 times a year.
TOEFL iBT Home Edition: The same TOEFL iBT test you would take at a testing center, but viewed online by a proctor in your own home environment. You can take the exam 24 hours a day, 4 days a week, and 24 hours after TOEFL registration. Available worldwide.
TOEFL iBT Paper Edition: It is the two-session version of the TOEFL iBT exam. Accordingly, the reading, listening and writing sections are done on paper in an exam center, while the speaking section is done on the computer at home. It is currently available in Colombia, India, Mexico and the United States. More countries will be added in the future.
 

What is the TOEFL exam structure?
Reading: Evaluates your ability to understand and analyze written texts on topics such as science and academic discussions. In the TOEFL reading section, participants are given 3 or 4 academic texts and are asked to answer questions based on these texts. The number of TOEFL questions in this section can vary between 36 and 56, therefore the time given to the participant in the reading section varies between 60 and 80 minutes.
Listening: It may vary in terms of the number of questions and duration. In the TOEFL listening section, participants are asked between 34 and 51 questions and are given an answer time of 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the number of questions and listening passages. Participants respond to questions by listening to speeches, class discussions, and conversations.
  Speaking: It measures how well you can express your thoughts and ideas in English. To be successful in the TOEFL speaking test, you can also prepare your own speech on the topics asked in previous exams, determine how your speech will be and practice it.
  Writing: It's all about showing how you can use your knowledge of English in writing. In the TOEFL writing section, you will create clear sentences and paragraphs that will apply your knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.

Who should take the TOEFL test?
The TOEFL test has been taken by more than 27 million people worldwide to ensure their English skills are sufficient. The exam is usually taken by students planning to study at a university abroad and scholarship candidates, as well as students applying for visas, workers, and English language learners monitoring their English progress. Pay attention to the requirements of the university courses as whether you need to take the TOEFL and the minimum grade required to apply for the course will be stated here.

Why should you take the TOEFL test?
Today, educational institutions and government agencies in more than 130 countries accept TOEFL scores when evaluating applications for specific positions or courses. As a condition of admission, you may find that some courses require a minimum TOEFL score that will allow you to continue with the course in addition to the normal course requirements. Minimum score requirements can range from 61 to 100, depending on the institution and course.
Your TOEFL test result will only be valid for two years, after these two years they are no longer recorded, so if you want to apply to study abroad after this period, you will need to take the test again. If the result is part of the requirements, it is important to ensure that you take the exam in time for your application; If you are studying on a course that lasts only one year, the same TOEFL results can also be used to improve your opportunities to work in a foreign country.
Where are TOEFL test centers?
There are many tests you can possibly take around the world throughout the year. There are 4,500 TOEFL test centers in 165 countries, and it will be easy to find one that you can easily access. You can find your nearest test center on the official TOEFL website, which includes the locations of the test centers and the format in which they conduct the test. Check out our guide to Free Online TOEFL Courses.
Before applying it is important to check the admission requirements of your chosen university or institution to see if TOEFL results are required for entry. If so, the next step is to find a testing center to perform your test.

How many years is TOEFL valid?
TOEFL exam is valid for only 2 years.
How is the TOEFL points system made?
  For each section of the TOEFL test, candidates receive a score out of 30. In addition to these four individual points, you receive a total of 120 points. Candidates also receive performance feedback outlining what they can do. Tips for Getting High Score in TOEFL are in our guide.
When is the TOEFL exam?
For those who want to take the TOEFL test, tests are available all year round. TOEFL exam applications can be made by visiting the TOEFL website. While the TOEFL exam is held more than 50 times a year, you have the right to take the exam as many times as you want, with a 12-day break.

  How to take the TOEFL exam?

If you are going to take the TOEFL iBT exam at the test center, you must register for TOEFL at one of the test centers in your city. The exam, which is held in many cities across Turkey, can be held once a week, 4 or 5 times a month, depending on demand and the availability of the test center. If you are going to take the TOEFL iBT Home Edition exam, you can choose the time you want 4 days a week.

Where to apply for TOEFL?
You can complete your TOEFL application or TOEFL registration via the official TOEFL website.

How much is the TOEFL exam fee?
TOEFL test fee varies by country. There is a fee of $185 in Turkey.
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