I have taken the TOEFL twice in the last few monthsl. Read on to find out what I learned about the real test-day experience, and how to get a top score.
How to Take the TOEFL Home Edition
The TOEFL has released a new home edition, available everywhere in the world except for mainland China and Iran. But how do you take the TOEFL from the comfort of your own home during this pandemic? All the new procedures for signing up and taking the exam can seem a little confusing at first. But […]
I Took the TOEFL Home Edition: Here’s How it Went
The short version of this story: The TOEFL Home Edition is an official TOEFL test you can take from home… and I took it! Most steps of the process went smoothly for me, with minor glitches here and there. I was able to resolve those issues with help from an ETS test-taker advocate. Right now, […]
Top Universities in Canada: TOEFL Requirements
What does it take to get into Canada’s top schools? Check out this post! We provide the TOEFL requirements for top universities in Canada.
What to Do If Your TOEFL Study Plans Have Been Disrupted Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed every aspect of our day-to-day lives. The TOEFL exam is not exempt. If you were planning on taking the TOEFL within the next couple of months, you may be concerned about what’s going to happen to your exam date and study plans. Although we don’t have all the answers, we’ve […]
What is a Good TOEFL Score? (2020 Update)
Unlike other tests, you can’t really “pass” or “fail” the TOEFL. So what’s a good TOEFL score? Our experts break it down for you.
What Is the Duolingo English Test (and Is it Right for You)?
UPDATE: The Covid-19 pandemic has made center-based testing unavailable in much of the world. Because of this, Duolingo, which is taken at home over the Internet, is now accepted as a substitute for the TOEFL and IELTS at a growing number of universities. At this point, nearly 1,000 universities accept the Duolingo exam, and many […]
TOEFL Listening Time: Pacing and Note-Taking Strategies
Editor’s note: Kate Hardin contributed signifcantly to this post. Pacing is very important in TOEFL Listening. Today, we’ll take a closer look at the TOEFL Listening time breakdown, the suggested TOEFL Listening time per question, and the pacing and note-taking strategies that will help you make the most of TOEFL Listening time. Table of Contents […]
TOEFL 2019 Format Changes: Length, Timing, Scoring, and Preparation
ETS has just announced some big 2019 TOEFL format changes. This is obviously very important news for anyone who will take the test August 1 of 2019 or later. Magoosh has been keeping a close eye on the situation, and we have a full report on the 2019 ETS TOEFL updates for you. Read on […]
TOEFL Accommodations: Resources, Links, and Instructions
There are a few ETS disabilities accommodations available to TOEFL test-takers. Learn about TOEFL accommodations, how to apply for them, and more!