Media Contact:
| ETS: | Alexandra Mazza |
|---|---|
| Email: | amazza@ets.org |
| BorderPass | Michael Pietrocarlo |
| Email: | michael@borderpass.ai |
PRINCETON, N.J. (November 25, 2025) – ETS’s TOEFL iBT, the world’s first and most respected academic English test, has partnered with BorderPass, a leading legal technology platform that provides affordable immigration guidance. The partnership aims to support high-potential global applicants with clear, compliant guidance as they navigate Canada’s talent-focused immigration pathways.
BorderPass provides a digital platform with lawyer-backed immigration guidance, document reviews, and application submission support for thousands of newcomers each year. Through this collaboration, TOEFL iBT scores can now be securely verified within the BorderPass platform using ETS’s official score-verification API.
When applying for a visa with BorderPass, the platform automatically confirms TOEFL score authenticity and reflects verified results directly in the student’s application.
“International students deserve clarity and confidence as they navigate the path to studying in Canada,” said Erika Scrimpshire, Executive Director, Institutions & Immigration at ETS. “Integrating verified TOEFL scores into BorderPass supports a smoother, more trustworthy application process for both students and institutions.”
With TOEFL score verification now embedded in the platform, applicants also benefit from:
- Lawyer-reviewed immigration applications from pre-arrival through to Permanent Residence (PR) prior to IRCC submission
- Secure document management and deadline tracking
- Greater assurance that their English proficiency results are accurate and trusted
“Partnering with TOEFL strengthens our shared mission to make the study permit process more transparent and accessible,” said Sally Daub, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, at BorderPass. “Verified TOEFL scores help students submit more complete applications and give institutions and immigration officers added confidence of genuine results.”
Together, TOEFL and BorderPass aim to empower students with trusted tools at every step of their journey, reducing barriers and helping them pursue their academic goals in Canada with greater ease.
TOEFL iBT is accepted by 100% of Canadian universities and is preferred by many graduate programs for its accuracy, security, and alignment to real academic English.
To learn more about the TOEFL iBT, visit www.ets.org/toefl and follow TOEFL on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok.
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About the TOEFL iBT test
The TOEFL iBT test is the most respected, accepted and preferred test of academic English-language proficiency, used for study, work and immigration. More than 13,000 institutions in 160+ countries worldwide accept TOEFL iBT scores to make high-stakes decisions. The test is a crucial component of the world-class TOEFL Family of Assessments, offering tools for English-language proficiency starting with learners 8+. Powered by ETS, these assessments are rooted in 75 years of research and expertise, building equitable ways to measure proficiency while empowering people and institutions around the globe to turn aspirations into reality. TOEFL is a passionate journey partner, providing learners access, authority and support to move the world. For more information, visit www.ets.org/toefl.
About BorderPass
BorderPass is an award-winning digital platform designed to simplify the immigration journey for students, educational institutions, newcomers, and employers. The platform provides tools and lawyer-verified guidance to study, work, and live in a new country with a full spectrum of services including visa applications, document management, and practical settlement assistance such as housing and career support.
BorderPass was developed by experts in law and technology who believe that increasing access to legal support improves immigration outcomes. This approach facilitates a smooth transition for tens of thousands of newcomers on the platform, enables regulatory compliance for leading colleges and universities, and promotes sustainable growth for local communities and national economies. For more information, visit www.borderpass.ai.