Which English Proficiency Exam Is Right for You?
There are so many different types of English proficiency exams out there. How do you choose which one is right for you? We’ve composed a guide to show you the difference between each one and (hopefully) will help you decide which one is right for you. TOEFL What does it stand for? The Test of English as a Foreign Language What is the TOEFL test? The TOEFL test measures how well you can apply your listening, reading, speaking and writing skills to complete academic tasks. The test is 3 hours long and is taken on a computer or on paper. The TOEFL test consists of four sections speaking, listening, reading, and writing. TOEFL Test Scores: You will receive a total score out of 120 based on your performance in all 4 sections of the test. Who accepts TOEFL? More than 9,000 colleges, agencies and other institutions in over 130 countries accept TOEFL scores. We recommend the TOEFL test if you are: planning to study at a higher education institution applying for a scholarship at a higher education institution looking to track your English-language learning progress applying for a visa in an English-speaking country. IELTS What does it stand for? International English Language Testing System What is the IELTS test? The IELTS Test assesses the English language proficiency of people wanting to work and study in an English-speaking environment. Like other English proficiency exams, the IELTS assesses your reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The IELTS speaking test is unique because it involves a face-to-face interview with a certified examiner. The reading, writing, and listening modules are 2 hours and 45 minutes long, while the speaking test is about 15 minutes long. There are two versions (Academic or General) of IELTS test: the Academic IELTS test and the General IELTS test. … Read more