{"id":13281,"date":"2026-01-05T10:34:02","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T18:34:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magoosh.com\/toefl\/?p=13281"},"modified":"2024-10-25T10:34:02","modified_gmt":"2024-10-25T17:34:02","slug":"how-to-prepare-for-the-toefl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magoosh.com\/toefl\/how-to-prepare-for-the-toefl\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare for the TOEFL (Updated for the 2026 Changes to the TOEFL)"},"content":{"rendered":"<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8786\" src=\"https:\/\/magoosh.com\/act\/files\/2020\/04\/act-covid.jpg\" alt=\"How to Prepare for the TOEFL\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" \/>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>The TOEFL has been the gold standard for English proficiency testing for decades, but as of January 21, 2026, the TOEFL is changing significantly.<\/strong> ETS announced the most substantial updates to the test in years, including a new scoring scale, adaptive testing, and a shorter overall format. Whether you&#8217;re just starting your TOEFL journey or you&#8217;ve been studying for a while, it&#8217;s essential that you&#8217;re using the most up-to-date resources for your prep.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>The good news? Many of these changes are designed to make the test shorter, more relevant, and less stressful. Below you&#8217;ll find everything you need to know about the TOEFL\u2014including format, scoring, timing, and the major 2026 updates\u2014to help you prepare effectively and achieve your best score.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<nav>\r\n<p style=\"color: #4D2079; font-size:larger\"><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"#what-is-the-toefl\">What is the TOEFL?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#who-accepts-toefl\">Who accepts the TOEFL?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#what-is-on-toefl\">What is on the TOEFL?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#how-long-toefl\">How long is the TOEFL?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#is-toefl-adaptive\">Is the TOEFL adaptive?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#how-scored\">How is the TOEFL scored?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#changes-2026\">What are the changes to the TOEFL in 2026?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#staying-same\">What&#8217;s staying the same on the TOEFL in 2026?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#old-materials\">How can I use old TOEFL practice materials with the new format?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#score-need\">What score do I need on the TOEFL?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#how-hard\">How hard is the TOEFL?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#toefl-vs-ielts\">TOEFL vs IELTS: Which should I take?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#where-how-take\">Where and how do I take the TOEFL?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#how-much-cost\">How much does the TOEFL cost?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#scores-valid\">How long are TOEFL scores valid?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#can-retake\">Can I retake the TOEFL?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#best-prepare\">How do I best prepare for the TOEFL?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#when-start\">When should I start preparing for the TOEFL?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#toefl-faq\">Frequently Asked Questions about the TOEFL<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/nav>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"what-is-the-toefl\">What is the TOEFL?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>TOEFL stands for <strong>Test of English as a Foreign Language<\/strong>. It&#8217;s a standardized test that measures the English language proficiency of non-native speakers who want to enroll in English-speaking universities, apply for visas, or demonstrate their English skills for professional purposes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>The TOEFL is developed and administered by <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ETS (Educational Testing Service)<\/a><\/strong>, the same organization that creates the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/gre.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GRE<\/a>. It has been the leading English proficiency test since 1964 and remains one of the most trusted and widely accepted tests worldwide.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>The test evaluates four key language skills:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Reading<\/strong> \u2013 Understanding academic texts<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Listening<\/strong> \u2013 Comprehending spoken English in academic settings<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Speaking<\/strong> \u2013 Expressing ideas clearly in spoken English<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Writing<\/strong> \u2013 Producing clear, well-organized written English<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"who-accepts-toefl\">Who accepts the TOEFL?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The TOEFL is accepted by virtually every English-speaking institution in the world:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Virtually all<\/strong> universities in the United States (over 90%), and <strong>100%<\/strong> of universities in Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia accept TOEFL scores<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Over 13,000 institutions<\/strong> in <strong>160+ countries<\/strong> worldwide<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>More than 2,300 test centers<\/strong> in <strong>120+ countries<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Beyond university admissions, TOEFL scores are used for:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Graduate school applications<\/strong> (MBA, law school, medical school)<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Student visa applications<\/strong> in many countries<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Professional licensing<\/strong> in fields like medicine and nursing<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Scholarship applications<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Immigration purposes<\/strong> in some countries<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>If you&#8217;re applying to study in an English-speaking country, there&#8217;s an excellent chance your target institution accepts TOEFL scores.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"what-is-on-toefl\">What is on the TOEFL?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The TOEFL tests four sections: Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking. However, the format is changing significantly on <strong>January 21, 2026<\/strong>. Here&#8217;s what each version looks like:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"current-format\">Current TOEFL Format (Before January 21, 2026)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* Mobile fix: constrain tables to viewport width and allow horizontal scroll *\/\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n  .table-responsive {\r\n    display: block;\r\n    width: calc(100vw - 50px);\r\n    max-width: calc(100vw - 50px);\r\n    overflow-x: auto;\r\n    -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\r\n    margin-left: auto;\r\n    margin-right: auto;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .table-responsive table {\r\n    min-width: 500px;\r\n  }\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 1em 0;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #4d2079; color: white;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Section<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Questions\/Tasks<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Time Limit<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Score Range<\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Reading<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">20 questions<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">35 minutes<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">0-30<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Listening<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">28 questions<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">36 minutes<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">0-30<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Writing<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">2 tasks<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">29 minutes<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">0-30<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Speaking<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">4 tasks<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">17 minutes<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">0-30<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>48 questions, 6 tasks<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>~2 hours<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>0-120<\/strong><\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"new-format\">New TOEFL Format (After January 21, 2026)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 1em 0;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #4d2079; color: white;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Section<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Number of Items<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Time Limit<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Score Range<\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Reading<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Up to 50 items<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~30 minutes<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">1-6<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Listening<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Up to 47 items<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~29 minutes<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">1-6<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Writing<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Up to 12 items<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~23 minutes<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">1-6<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Speaking<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Up to 11 items<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~8 minutes<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">1-6<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Up to 120 items<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>~1.5 hours<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>1-6 (average)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> While the new format has more items, many are shorter and quicker to complete. ETS has replaced the term &#8220;questions&#8221; and &#8220;tasks&#8221; with &#8220;items&#8221; to reflect these new formats.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"whats-in-each-section\">What&#8217;s in Each Section?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<h5>Reading Section<\/h5>\r\n\r\n<p>On the new TOEFL, you&#8217;ll encounter three types of reading items:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Complete the Words<\/strong> \u2013 Fill in missing letters in sentences to test vocabulary and spelling<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Read in Daily Life<\/strong> \u2013 Excerpts from everyday materials like magazines and websites<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Read an Academic Passage<\/strong> \u2013 Traditional academic texts similar to what you&#8217;d encounter in university courses<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h5>Listening Section<\/h5>\r\n\r\n<p>The new Listening section includes four item types:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Listen and Choose a Response<\/strong> \u2013 Short audio clips with response selections<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Listen to a Conversation<\/strong> \u2013 Real-world campus conversations<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Listen to an Announcement<\/strong> \u2013 Campus and academic announcements<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Listen to an Academic Talk<\/strong> \u2013 Traditional academic lectures<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h5>Writing Section<\/h5>\r\n\r\n<p>The new Writing section features three item types:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Build a Sentence<\/strong> \u2013 Construct sentences from given components<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Write an Email<\/strong> \u2013 Brief, practical email composition<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Write for an Academic Discussion<\/strong> \u2013 Post messages to academic discussion forums<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h5>Speaking Section<\/h5>\r\n\r\n<p>The new Speaking section includes two main item types:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Listen and Repeat<\/strong> \u2013 Repeat phrases that you hear<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Take an Interview<\/strong> \u2013 Participate in a simulated interview<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"how-long-toefl\">How long is the TOEFL?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The test duration depends on when you take it:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 1em 0;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #4d2079; color: white;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Version<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Total Test Time<\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Current TOEFL (before Jan 21, 2026)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~2 hours<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">New TOEFL (after Jan 21, 2026)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~1.5 hours<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"time-comparison\">Time Per Section Comparison<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 1em 0;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #4d2079; color: white;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Section<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Current Time<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">New Time<\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Reading<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">35 minutes<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~30 minutes<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Listening<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">36 minutes<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~29 minutes<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Writing<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">29 minutes<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~23 minutes<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Speaking<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">17 minutes<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~8 minutes<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<p>The new format is approximately <strong>30 minutes shorter<\/strong> overall\u2014a welcome change for test-takers who found the previous format exhausting.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"is-toefl-adaptive\">Is the TOEFL adaptive?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Starting January 21, 2026, yes!<\/strong> The new TOEFL introduces <strong>multistage adaptive design<\/strong> for the Reading and Listening sections. Here&#8217;s what that means:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>The test uses a multistage design where your performance on one module determines the difficulty of the next module<\/li>\r\n<li>If you answer questions correctly, later questions may become slightly harder<\/li>\r\n<li>If you struggle, the test may present slightly easier questions<\/li>\r\n<li>This creates a more personalized testing experience<\/li>\r\n<li>It helps the test zero in on your true ability level more efficiently<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>This is similar to how the <a href=\"https:\/\/satsuite.collegeboard.org\/digital\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">digital SAT<\/a> works. The adaptive format is designed to provide a fairer evaluation regardless of your starting ability level, and it helps test-takers reach their best result more efficiently.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #4d2079; background: #F9FAFB; padding: 1em 1.2em; margin: 1em 0; border-radius: 6px; box-shadow: 0 1px 2px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\">\r\n<p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> Don&#8217;t worry about the algorithm during the test. Focus on each question as it comes\u2014overthinking whether questions are getting harder or easier will only distract you.<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"how-scored\">How is the TOEFL scored?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>This is one of the biggest changes in the 2026 update. The scoring system is completely different:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"current-scoring\">Current Scoring (Before January 21, 2026)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Each section scored <strong>0-30<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<li>Total score is the <strong>sum<\/strong> of all four sections<\/li>\r\n<li>Total score range: <strong>0-120<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"new-scoring\">New Scoring (After January 21, 2026)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Each section scored <strong>1-6<\/strong> (in half-point increments: 1, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6)<\/li>\r\n<li>Total score is the <strong>average<\/strong> of all four sections<\/li>\r\n<li>Total score range: <strong>1-6<\/strong> (rounded to nearest half band)<\/li>\r\n<li>Scores align directly with the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coe.int\/en\/web\/common-european-framework-reference-languages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"rounding\">How Rounding Works<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Your overall score is the average of your four section scores, rounded to the nearest half band:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>If your average is 5.125, your overall score = <strong>5<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<li>If your average is 5.25, your overall score = <strong>5.5<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"cefr-alignment\">CEFR Alignment<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 1em 0;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #4d2079; color: white;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">CEFR Level<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">TOEFL Score (1-6)<\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">C2 (Mastery)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">6<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">C1 (Advanced)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">5.5, 5<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">B2 (Upper Intermediate)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">4.5, 4<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">B1 (Intermediate)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">3.5, 3<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">A2 (Elementary)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">2.5, 2<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">A1 (Beginner)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">1.5, 1<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"score-conversion\">Score Conversion: Old to New<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Here&#8217;s how the old 0-120 scale compares to the new 1-6 scale:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 1em 0;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #4d2079; color: white;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">New Scale (1-6)<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Old Total (0-120)<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Old Reading<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Old Listening<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Old Speaking<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Old Writing<\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">6<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">114+<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">29-30<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">28-30<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">28-30<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">29-30<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">5.5<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">107+<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">27-28<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">26-27<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">27<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">27-28<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">5<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">95+<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">24-26<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">22-25<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">25-26<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">24-26<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">4.5<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">86+<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">22-23<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">20-21<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">23-24<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">21-23<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">4<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">72+<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">18-21<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">17-19<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">20-22<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">17-20<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">3.5<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">58+<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">12-17<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">13-16<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">18-19<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">15-16<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">3<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">44+<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">6-11<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">9-12<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">16-17<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">13-14<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"common-requirements\">Common Score Requirements: Quick Conversion<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 1em 0;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #4d2079; color: white;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Old Requirement (0-120)<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">New Requirement (1-6)<\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">100<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">5<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">90<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">4.5<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">80<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">4<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">70<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">3.5<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"transition-period\">Two-Year Transition Period (2026-2028)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>For tests taken between January 21, 2026 and January 2028, score reports will include <strong>three sets of scores<\/strong>:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ol>\r\n<li><strong>CEFR level<\/strong> for each section and overall<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>1-6 scores<\/strong> for each section and overall<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Comparable 0-120 overall score<\/strong> (midpoint of equivalent range)<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n<p>After January 2028, only CEFR levels and 1-6 scores will appear on score reports.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"changes-2026\">What are the changes to the TOEFL in 2026?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>On <strong>January 21, 2026<\/strong>, the TOEFL undergoes its most significant transformation in years. Here&#8217;s what&#8217;s changing:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"key-changes\">Key Changes<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Shorter test:<\/strong> 1.5 hours instead of 2 hours<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>New scoring scale:<\/strong> 1-6 band system (aligned with CEFR) instead of 0-120<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Scoring method:<\/strong> Average of section scores instead of sum<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Adaptive testing:<\/strong> Reading and Listening sections now adjust to your performance<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>New item types:<\/strong> More interactive, shorter questions across all sections<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Modern content:<\/strong> Real-world topics and daily life scenarios alongside academic content<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Faster score reporting:<\/strong> Results within 72 hours instead of 4-8 days<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Digital-only score reports:<\/strong> Paper score reports discontinued<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>New audio equipment:<\/strong> Custom &#8220;stereophones&#8221; developed with Koss for test centers<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"content-updates\">Content Updates<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>ETS has updated the content to be more relevant and accessible:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Real-world scenarios<\/strong> added to Reading and Listening (magazines, websites, daily conversations)<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Topics reviewed<\/strong> to reduce cultural bias<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>More accessible content<\/strong> regardless of educational background<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Less reliance on niche academic topics<\/strong> (like Greek mythology)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>According to ETS, these changes ensure that students who learned English outside formal classrooms aren&#8217;t disadvantaged by unfamiliar topics.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"staying-same\">What&#8217;s staying the same on the TOEFL in 2026?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Despite the major updates, several things remain unchanged:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Four sections:<\/strong> Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Two testing options:<\/strong> Test center and Home Edition<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Global acceptance:<\/strong> Still accepted by 13,000+ institutions in 160+ countries<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>MyBest scores:<\/strong> Superscoring (combining best section scores from multiple tests) remains available<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Score validity:<\/strong> Scores remain valid for 2 years<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Core skills tested:<\/strong> Still measures academic English proficiency<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>ETS administration:<\/strong> Still run by the same trusted testing organization<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"old-materials\">How can I use old TOEFL practice materials with the new format?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>If you&#8217;ve been studying with older TOEFL materials, they&#8217;re still useful\u2014with some adjustments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s still relevant:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Core English skills (reading comprehension, listening, grammar, vocabulary)<\/li>\r\n<li>Academic content and topics<\/li>\r\n<li>General test-taking strategies<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>What needs adjustment:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Timing:<\/strong> Old practice tests have different section lengths, so you&#8217;ll need to adjust your pacing<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Question types:<\/strong> Familiarize yourself with the new item types (Build a Sentence, Listen and Repeat, etc.)<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Scoring expectations:<\/strong> Convert your practice scores to the new 1-6 scale using the conversion chart above<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #4d2079; background: #F9FAFB; padding: 1em 1.2em; margin: 1em 0; border-radius: 6px; box-shadow: 0 1px 2px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\">\r\n<p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> ETS released new prep resources in July 2025 designed specifically for the updated test. We recommend using these alongside your existing materials, especially for the new item types.<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Using older practice tests:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Use them for general English skill-building and content review, as the core language skills remain the same<\/li>\r\n<li>Don&#8217;t rely on them for test-specific practice\u2014the question formats and timing are too different<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"score-need\">What score do I need on the TOEFL?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Score requirements vary by institution and program. Here&#8217;s a general guide:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"score-guidelines\">General Score Guidelines<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 1em 0;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #4d2079; color: white;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Program Type<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Old Score (0-120)<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">New Score (1-6)<\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Top universities (Harvard, MIT, Stanford)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">100-110+<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">5-5.5+<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Competitive graduate programs<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">90-100<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">4.5-5<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Most undergraduate programs<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">80-90<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">4-4.5<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Many master&#8217;s programs<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">70-80<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">3.5-4<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #c5168c; background: #FFF5F8; padding: 1em 1.2em; margin: 1em 0; border-radius: 6px;\">\r\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> These score guidelines are estimates based on historical data. With the new 1-6 scoring scale launching in 2026, institutions are still updating their requirements. Always check directly with your target programs for their current, official requirements.<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"important-considerations\">Important Considerations<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Section minimums:<\/strong> Many programs require minimum scores in each section (e.g., no section below 25 on the old scale, or 4.5 on the new scale)<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Speaking requirements:<\/strong> Programs with teaching assistant opportunities often have higher Speaking requirements<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Program-specific:<\/strong> Engineering, business, and other programs may have different requirements<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Scholarships:<\/strong> Higher scores may be required for merit-based scholarships<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #4d2079; background: #F9FAFB; padding: 1em 1.2em; margin: 1em 0; border-radius: 6px; box-shadow: 0 1px 2px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\">\r\n<p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> A &#8220;good&#8221; TOEFL score is ultimately the score that gets you admitted. Always check the specific requirements for your target programs, as requirements vary significantly and may change year to year.<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"how-hard\">How hard is the TOEFL?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The TOEFL&#8217;s difficulty depends largely on your current English proficiency and familiarity with academic English. Here&#8217;s what to consider:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Factors that affect difficulty:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Your current English level<\/li>\r\n<li>How recently you&#8217;ve studied English formally<\/li>\r\n<li>Your familiarity with academic vocabulary and topics<\/li>\r\n<li>Your experience with standardized testing<\/li>\r\n<li>How well you perform under time pressure<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Compared to other tests:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Generally considered more challenging than general English tests<\/li>\r\n<li>Includes both academic content and real-world scenarios, requiring familiarity with university-style materials<\/li>\r\n<li>Requires familiarity with university-style lectures and texts<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>The 2026 changes may help:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>New real-world content is more accessible<\/li>\r\n<li>Adaptive testing adjusts to your level<\/li>\r\n<li>Shorter test reduces fatigue<\/li>\r\n<li>More varied item types may play to different strengths<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>The best way to gauge the difficulty for you personally is to take a full-length practice test early in your preparation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"toefl-vs-ielts\">TOEFL vs IELTS: Which should I take?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Both the TOEFL and <a href=\"https:\/\/ielts.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IELTS<\/a> are widely accepted English proficiency tests, but they have key differences:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"quick-comparison\">Quick Comparison<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 1em 0;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #4d2079; color: white;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Factor<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">TOEFL<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">IELTS<\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Format<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Computer-based only<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Paper or computer-based<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Speaking<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Recorded responses to computer<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Face-to-face with examiner<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Accent<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">American English<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">British\/Australian English<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Scoring (new)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">1-6 scale<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">1-9 band scale<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Test length<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~1.5 hours (new)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~2 hours 45 minutes<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Results<\/strong><\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Within 72 hours (new)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">3-5 days (computer) \/ 13 days (paper)<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"when-choose-toefl\">When to choose TOEFL:<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>You&#8217;re comfortable with computer-based testing<\/li>\r\n<li>You prefer typing over handwriting<\/li>\r\n<li>You&#8217;re applying primarily to US institutions<\/li>\r\n<li>You prefer recorded speaking tasks over face-to-face interviews<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"when-choose-ielts\">When to choose IELTS:<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>You prefer varied question types<\/li>\r\n<li>You want the option to take a paper-based test<\/li>\r\n<li>You&#8217;re more comfortable with British\/Australian English<\/li>\r\n<li>You&#8217;re applying to UK institutions (IELTS is commonly used for UK student visas, though TOEFL is accepted by many universities\u2014check specific requirements)<\/li>\r\n<li>You prefer face-to-face speaking assessments<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"important-note\">Important Note<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Most universities accept both TOEFL and IELTS. TOEFL is accepted by many UK universities, but check specific visa language requirements with your institution. Always verify your target institution&#8217;s requirements.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #4d2079; background: #F9FAFB; padding: 1em 1.2em; margin: 1em 0; border-radius: 6px; box-shadow: 0 1px 2px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\">\r\n<p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> Take a practice test in each format to see which one feels more natural to you. The best test is the one you can score highest on.<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"where-how-take\">Where and how do I take the TOEFL?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>You have two options for taking the TOEFL:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"test-center\">1. Test Center (TOEFL iBT)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Take the test at an authorized ETS test center<\/li>\r\n<li>Over 2,300 test centers in 120+ countries<\/li>\r\n<li>Controlled testing environment<\/li>\r\n<li>Proctored in person<\/li>\r\n<li>Physical laminated scratch paper provided<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"home-edition\">2. Home Edition (TOEFL iBT Home Edition)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Take the test from home on your own computer<\/li>\r\n<li>Monitored by a live human proctor via webcam<\/li>\r\n<li>Available almost any time<\/li>\r\n<li>Requires reliable internet connection<\/li>\r\n<li>On-screen whiteboard or physical whiteboard for scratch work<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"test-comparison\">Comparison<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 1em 0;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #4d2079; color: white;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Factor<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Test Center<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Home Edition<\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Location<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Testing center<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Your home<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Proctor<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">In person<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Via webcam<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Availability<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Scheduled times<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">More flexible<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Internet<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Not required<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Strong connection required<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Environment<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Controlled<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Depends on your setup<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Scratch work<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Laminated sheets<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">On-screen or physical whiteboard<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"how-register\">How to Register<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ol>\r\n<li>Create an account at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/toefl.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ets.org\/toefl<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<li>Choose your test format (test center or Home Edition)<\/li>\r\n<li>Select your test date and location<\/li>\r\n<li>Pay the registration fee<\/li>\r\n<li>Receive confirmation and prepare for test day<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"improved-home\">Starting January 2026: Improved Home Edition Experience<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>ETS-trained in-house proctors for more consistent support<\/li>\r\n<li>AI-assisted identity verification (ENTRUST) to ease check-in<\/li>\r\n<li>Simplified registration and test-day workflow<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"how-much-cost\">How much does the TOEFL cost?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>TOEFL fees vary by country. Here are the US costs:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"basic-fees\">Basic Fees (United States)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 1em 0;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #4d2079; color: white;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Service<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Cost<\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Registration (Test Center)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">$225-245 (varies by location)<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Registration (Home Edition)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">~$245 (same as test center)<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Late Registration<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">+$49<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Rescheduling<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">+$69<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Additional Score Reports (beyond 4 free)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">$20 each<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> International pricing varies significantly by country. In some regions, test fees can range from $350-400 USD. Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/toefl.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ETS website<\/a> for current pricing in your location.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"fee-reduction\">Fee Reduction Program<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>ETS offers a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/toefl\/teachers-advisors-agents\/ibt\/advising\/vouchers-fee-reduction.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fee Reduction Service<\/a><\/strong> for US high school seniors with demonstrated financial need. The voucher covers 50% of the regular test fee. Check eligibility requirements on the ETS website.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #4d2079; background: #F9FAFB; padding: 1em 1.2em; margin: 1em 0; border-radius: 6px; box-shadow: 0 1px 2px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\">\r\n<p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> Register early to avoid late fees, and schedule your test well in advance, as popular dates and times fill up quickly\u2014especially at test centers.<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"scores-valid\">How long are TOEFL scores valid?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>TOEFL scores are valid for 2 years<\/strong> from the test date.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>After 2 years:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Scores are no longer available in your ETS account<\/li>\r\n<li>ETS will not send score reports to institutions<\/li>\r\n<li>You&#8217;ll need to retake the test if you need current scores<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> The validity period starts from the date you took the test, not from when you received your scores.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>The 2-year validity period exists because language proficiency can change over time. Universities want to see evidence of your current English ability, not skills you may have developed years ago.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"can-retake\">Can I retake the TOEFL?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Yes!<\/strong> You can retake the TOEFL as many times as you need. There&#8217;s no lifetime limit on attempts.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"retake-rules\">Retake Rules<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Waiting period:<\/strong> You must wait <strong>3 days<\/strong> between test attempts<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>No annual limit:<\/strong> Take it as often as needed (with 3-day gaps)<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>MyBest scores:<\/strong> ETS combines your best section scores from all valid tests in the past 2 years<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"mybest-scores\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/toefl\/test-takers\/ibt\/scores\/understand-scores.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MyBest Scores<\/a> (Superscoring)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>This is a great feature if you&#8217;re retaking the test. Your MyBest score report shows:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Your highest Reading score from any test in the past 2 years<\/li>\r\n<li>Your highest Listening score from any test in the past 2 years<\/li>\r\n<li>Your highest Speaking score from any test in the past 2 years<\/li>\r\n<li>Your highest Writing score from any test in the past 2 years<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Many universities accept MyBest scores, which means even if you don&#8217;t achieve your target score in one sitting, you can combine your best performances across multiple tests. However, some institutions don&#8217;t accept superscores\u2014always verify your target school&#8217;s policy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"retaking-hurt\">Will retaking hurt my application?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>No.<\/strong> Admissions officers don&#8217;t care how many times you take the TOEFL. They focus on whether you meet their score requirements\u2014not how many attempts it took. You also control which scores universities see.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"best-prepare\">How do I best prepare for the TOEFL?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Here&#8217;s a strategic approach to TOEFL preparation:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"step-1\">Step 1: Take a Diagnostic Test<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Start with a full-length, official practice test to:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Establish your baseline score<\/li>\r\n<li>Identify your strengths and weaknesses<\/li>\r\n<li>Create a targeted study plan<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/magoosh.com\/toefl\/toefl-practice-test\/\">Magoosh&#8217;s free TOEFL practice test<\/a> is built entirely from official ETS questions and updated for the 2026 format\u2014a great way to establish your baseline.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"step-2\">Step 2: Focus on Your Weak Areas<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Don&#8217;t spread yourself too thin. Concentrate your study time on the sections where you have the most room for improvement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"step-3\">Step 3: Use Official Resources<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>ETS official materials<\/strong> should be your foundation:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/toefl\/test-takers\/ibt\/prepare\/toefl-testready.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TOEFL TestReady<\/a> (official prep platform)<\/li>\r\n<li>Official practice tests<\/li>\r\n<li>Sample questions for new item types (available from July 2025)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Supplement with <a href=\"https:\/\/toefl.magoosh.com\/\">Magoosh TOEFL prep<\/a>, which features 100% official ETS questions along with expert video lessons and instant feedback on speaking and writing.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"step-4\">Step 4: Practice All Four Skills Daily<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Even if you&#8217;re strong in one area, maintain regular practice across all sections:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Reading:<\/strong> Academic articles, news, essays<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Listening:<\/strong> Podcasts, lectures, conversations<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Speaking:<\/strong> Record yourself responding to prompts<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Writing:<\/strong> Timed essays and emails<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"step-5\">Step 5: Take Timed Practice Tests<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Full-length, timed tests are essential for:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Building endurance<\/li>\r\n<li>Practicing time management<\/li>\r\n<li>Simulating test-day conditions<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Recommended frequency:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>If you have 3+ months: Take at least 6 practice tests<\/li>\r\n<li>If you have less than 3 months: Take at least 4 practice tests<\/li>\r\n<li>Don&#8217;t take more than one full-length test per week to avoid burnout<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"step-6\">Step 6: Keep an Error Log<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Track your mistakes to identify patterns:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Which question types do you miss most often?<\/li>\r\n<li>Are there recurring vocabulary or grammar issues?<\/li>\r\n<li>Do you run out of time on specific sections?<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"additional-tips\">Additional Tips<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Build academic vocabulary<\/strong> \u2013 Focus on words commonly found in academic texts<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Improve note-taking<\/strong> \u2013 Essential for Listening and integrated tasks<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Practice typing<\/strong> \u2013 You&#8217;ll type your Writing responses<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Familiarize yourself with the new item types<\/strong> \u2013 Especially if testing after January 2026<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"color: #4d2079;\" id=\"when-start\">When should I start preparing for the TOEFL?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The ideal preparation timeline depends on your current English level:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\r\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 1em 0;\">\r\n  <thead>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #4d2079; color: white;\">\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Current Level<\/th>\r\n      <th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Recommended Prep Time<\/th>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/thead>\r\n  <tbody>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Advanced (near-native)<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">4-6 weeks<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Upper Intermediate<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">2-3 months<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Intermediate<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">3-4 months<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n    <tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Lower Intermediate<\/td>\r\n      <td style=\"padding: 12px 15px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">4-6 months<\/td>\r\n    <\/tr>\r\n  <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"general-recommendations\">General Recommendations<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Most students:<\/strong> 2-3 months of consistent preparation<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Strong English speakers:<\/strong> 4-6 weeks of focused practice<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Building from lower levels:<\/strong> 4-6 months to develop core skills<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"color: #c5168c;\" id=\"timeline-tip\">Key Timeline Tip<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>Schedule your TOEFL test <strong>2-3 months before your earliest application deadline<\/strong>. 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