How long is the TOEFL test in 2024?

The new TOEFL iBT (July 2023 update) takes approximately 2 hours. Reading: 35 minutes (2 passages), Listening: 36 minutes (3 lectures, 2 conversations), Speaking: 16 minutes (4 tasks), Writing: 29 minutes (2 tasks including the new Writing for an Academic Discussion task).

Is TOEFL harder than IELTS?

TOEFL and IELTS test different skills. TOEFL is entirely computer-based with American English focus and typed essays. IELTS has face-to-face speaking and handwritten essays. Many find TOEFL Listening harder due to longer academic lectures, while IELTS Writing may be easier with shorter required word counts. Choose based on your target country and personal strengths.

TOEFL iBT scores range from 0-120 total, with each section (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing) scored 0-30. Speaking uses a 0-4 scale converted to 0-30. Writing tasks are scored 0-5 and converted. Your total score is the sum of all four sections. Results are available online 4-8 days after testing.

What changed in the new TOEFL 2024 format?

The July 2023 TOEFL iBT update shortened the test from 3.5 hours to under 2 hours. Key changes: Reading reduced from 3-4 passages to 2 passages, Writing replaced Independent Task with 'Writing for an Academic Discussion' (10 minutes), removed unscored experimental questions. Content difficulty and scoring remain the same.

How many times can I take TOEFL?

You can take TOEFL iBT unlimited times, but must wait 3 days between test dates. MyBest Scores feature allows sending your best section scores from multiple tests taken within 2 years. TOEFL scores are valid for 2 years from the test date.

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TOEFL iBT Test Structure

Reading 35 min

Listening 36 min

Speaking 16 min

Writing 29 min

Total Test Time: 116 minutes (1h 56min)

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Reading Section 10 Question Types

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Factual Information Negative Factual Information Inference Rhetorical Purpose Vocabulary in Context Reference Sentence Simplification Insert Text Prose Summary Fill in a Table

Listening Section 8 Question Types

3 lectures + 2 conversations, 36 minutes total

Gist-Content Gist-Purpose Detail Understanding Function Understanding Attitude Understanding Organization Connecting Content Making Inferences

Speaking Section 4 Tasks

16 minutes total with preparation time

Task 1: Independent Speaking Task 2: Integrated - Campus Situation Task 3: Integrated - Academic Course Task 4: Integrated - Academic Lecture

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Writing Section 2 Tasks

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Understanding TOEFL iBT Scores

Score Range	Level	University Requirements
110-120	Advanced	Top-tier universities (Ivy League, MIT, Stanford)
100-109	High	Most graduate programs, competitive undergrad
90-99	Good	Many undergraduate programs, some graduate
80-89	Adequate	Minimum for most US universities
60-79	Developing	Conditional admission, pathway programs
Below 60	Basic	English language preparation required

Frequently Asked Questions About TOEFL

A good TOEFL iBT score depends on your goals. Most US universities require 80-100 for undergraduate and 100+ for graduate programs. Top schools like Harvard, MIT, and Stanford typically require 100-110+. For competitive graduate programs, aim for 105+.

The new TOEFL iBT (updated July 2023) takes approximately 2 hours. Reading: 35 minutes (2 passages), Listening: 36 minutes, Speaking: 16 minutes (4 tasks), Writing: 29 minutes (2 tasks). This is significantly shorter than the previous 3.5-hour format.

TOEFL and IELTS test different skills. TOEFL is computer-based with American English and academic lectures. IELTS has face-to-face speaking and British English focus. Many find TOEFL Listening harder due to longer lectures. Choose based on your target country: TOEFL for US, IELTS for UK/Australia.

Key changes in July 2023 update: Test shortened from 3.5 to under 2 hours. Reading reduced from 3-4 passages to 2. Writing replaced Independent Task with "Writing for an Academic Discussion" (10 minutes). Unscored experimental questions removed. Scoring and difficulty remain unchanged.

You can take TOEFL unlimited times, but must wait 3 days between tests. MyBest Scores feature sends your best section scores from multiple tests within 2 years. Scores are valid for 2 years from test date.

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