| What kind of student am I? |
I seek to be a good student, and I have a balanced approach to my education. |
I seek to be the best, and I aspire to meet my educational goals. |
| What style of test do I prefer? |
A faster-paced test with shorter tasks and an engaging experience |
A traditionally paced test with longer tasks and a more immersive experience typical of an academic environment |
| What does it measure? |
Foundational elements of English-language proficiency |
Directly measures your ability to communicate in English in a university environment |
| What type of English does it measure? |
About 50% academic English and 50% general English |
100% academic English |
| How does it help me to stand out? |
It includes the Personal Video Statement to share your insights and showcase your unique personality. |
Its unique academic focus allows you to demonstrate your academic English proficiency. |
| How does the content align with my abilities? |
It adapts to your proficiency level to help you show your English-language strengths. |
It uses carefully pre-selected content for the best possible assessment of your academic English abilities. |
| What happens in the Speaking section? |
It includes a simulated virtual interview with a pre-recorded interviewer for a more interactive experience. |
It is a traditional computer-based Speaking section where your responses to on-screen prompts are recorded. |
| How long is the test? |
About 1 ½ hours, with no break |
About 3 hours, with a 10-minute break |
| Where can I test? |
At home |
At a test center, or at home with the TOEFL iBT Home Edition |
| When can I test? |
Appointments available 24 hours a day, 1 day a week (more days will be added later) |
Appointments available about 60 dates per year at a test center, or 24 hours a day, 4 days a week for the Home Edition |
| When will I get my scores? |
6 days after your test |
6 days after your test (6–10 days for Home Edition) |
