What is the TOEFL about
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Comparison of the tests
| IELTS Academic | TOEFL iBT |
|---|---|
| For Institutions mainly in Europe and the UK | For Institutions mainly in USA and Europe (from 2014, many UK universities do not accept TOEFL) |
| Paper-based test and Computer-based test | Computer-based test |
| Variety of questions | Multiple choice questions |
| Poor spelling and grammar are penalised | Examinees can skip questions and go back to review or change responses |
| Interview conducted by an examiner | Speaking conducted in a computer |
| Validity of scores: 2 yrs | Validity of scores: 2 yrs |
| Total score 0-9 | Total Score: 0-120 |
| Cost: €190 | Cost: $240 |
Score conversion table
| IELTS Academic | TOEFL iBT |
|---|---|
| 9 | 118-120 |
| 8.5 | 115-117 |
| 8 | 110-114 |
| 7.5 | 102-109 |
| 7 | 94-101 |
| 6.5 | 79-93 |
| 6 | 60-78 |
| 5.5 | 46-59 |
| 5 | 35-45 |
| 4.5 | 32-34 |
| 0-4 | 0-31 |
