The TOEFL® test is an internationally accepted standard of English that measures the academic English proficiency of a non-native speaker of English.
TOEFL® (TEST OF ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE™) measures the ability of non-native speakers of English to use and understand English as it is spoken, written and heard in college and university settings. As opposed to the TOEIC® test that measures the use of English in a business context, the TOEFL® test has an academic focus. An internationally accepted standard of academic English proficiency, it is a required certification by more than 5000 colleges and universities worldwide.
Who uses the TOEFL test?
Students who want to study further: For non-native speakers who hold degrees or diplomas from post-secondary institutions in English speaking countries
Academic institutions: To determine academic readiness and make admissions decisions for international applicants
Individuals who are applying for professional licensure or certification
Many government, licensing and certification agencies, as well as exchange and scholarship programmes also use TOEFL® scores as a decision-making tool.
Benefits of the TOEFL® test:
Widely available and easily accessible
Regarded as the international standard and industry leader
The test is administered under secure conditions and is highly reliable; hence, scores can be used confidently to make high-stakes decisions
