TOEFL
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TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based Test) is administered by ETS (Educational Testing Service) and measures English proficiency. Accepted by over 12,500 universities in 160+ countries; it is the most commonly requested test in the US and Canada.
The exam is scored on a 0-120 scale; each of the four sections receives 0-30 points. The 2023 reform reduced the test duration to 2 hours (previously 3 hours). It is fully computer-delivered; all sections including Speaking are digitally recorded.
Typical targets for Turkish students: US undergraduate 80-90, US postgraduate 90-100, Ivy League/MIT/Stanford 100-110+. Results are usually available online within 4-8 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Getting Ready for the TOEFL
Understanding the TOEFL format, scoring, and test dates early lets you plan a realistic preparation timeline. Register in good time, sit a practice test to find your baseline, and focus your study on the sections where you can gain the most.
Dream Uni's advisors guide you on how the TOEFL fits your university applications, when to sit it, and how to prepare effectively. Book a free consultation to build your study plan.
Your TOEFL result is one piece of a bigger picture that also includes your grades, personal statement, and references, so it helps to know exactly how much weight it carries for the courses you want. Dream Uni can tell you the scores your target universities expect, the best time of year to sit the TOEFL, and whether a resit is worth it. With that clarity you can prepare efficiently and avoid spending time on sections that will not change your outcome.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT
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