TOEFL Results and Scores: How To Check Scores and TOEFL Bands in 2024!

TOEFL Scores: How they are Calculated

The TOEFL exam is divided into four sections, i.e., Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing. The total score scale is 0-120, which is divided into four sections with a dedicated score range of 0-30 for each section. Students will get their TOEFL score ranging from 0-120 based on their performance in the TOEFL test. 

What is a good TOEFL score?

Every university has a set cut-off for TOEFL scores, which you must meet to be eligible. The target scores vary from university to university as they decide the standard for the scores they set for admission. A good TOEFL score ranges between 100-110. The majority of universities ideally accept this score range, increasing your chance of getting to one of the top-ranked universities abroad. 

How to check your TOEFL results online?

Now that you’ve given your test, it’s time to check how well you’ve done. Here's a detailed guide with steps and references to help you access your TOEFL result online on ETS:

1. Create an ETS Account (if you haven't already):

a. Visit the Educational Testing Service (ETS) website: https://www.ets.org/.
b. Click on "My Account" in the top right corner.
c. Select "Create an Account" and follow the prompts to provide your personal information.

2. Log in to Your ETS Account:

a. Go back to the ETS website: https://www.ets.org/.
b. Click on "My Account" again.
c. Enter your username and password to log in.

3. Access Your Scores:

a. Once logged in, click on "My Scores" from the menu.
b. You'll see a list of all your ETS test scores, including your TOEFL scores (if available).

4. View Your Score Report:

a. Click on the "View Score Report" button next to your TOEFL test date.
b. This will open your official score report, which includes:
i. Your overall score (0-120)
ii. Your scores for each section (Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing) (0-30)
iii. Your score on the optional Speaking and Writing prompts
iv. The date you took the test
v. The institutions to which you have sent your scores (if any) 

The TOEFL result validity is two years from the date of the test. Additionally, you could transmit your TOEFL result to up to four universities of your choosing for free at the time of registration

TOEFL Score Scale 

In order to make the test experience more personal and to understand the score better, ETS has provided 4-5 proficiency levels for each skill. Accordingly, where your score falls tells you your proficiency level for that skill. Refer to the table below to understand

Apply for a Rescore of your TOEFL Result

Candidates who are unhappy with their overall TOEFL result may request a review of their Writing and Speaking sections' scores. They can do this for up to 30 days following their test date. Examining one section costs $80. After the request and a successful payment, the review procedure may take up to three weeks. 

In addition, there is also the option to cancel your TOEFL result. Students who have not performed particularly well during their TOEFL tests have the option of cancelling their particular test by informing ETS. They can also choose to reinstate cancelled TOEFL results, keeping in mind that instating cancelled scores of a particular TOEFL test must be received no later than 60 days.

How to Send TOEFL Scores to Universities?

While doing your TOEFL registration, one gets the option to select up to four universities or colleges of one's choice. Candidates will get up to 4 free official TOEFL reports, and colleges will receive your TOEFL score reports once the results are out. If you want to change the university, you can do this at any time through your ETS account until 10 PM before the day of the test. Another thing to note here is that you can always ask for the additional score report if you wish to send the TOEFL result to more than 4 universities. However, one is expected to pay $20 per institution for additional score reports. 

You can order an additional score report through the below-mentioned ways. 

1. ETS Account - To receive additional score reports, you need to log in to your ETS account and click on the “Send Additional Score Reports” option. Next, make the payment via debit/credit card, PayPal, or e-check, and you will receive your score report within 3-5 days. 

2. Mail - You can also request the additional score reports by mail. For that, you have to fill in a form called - TOEFL iBT Additional Score Report Request Form (PDF). Don’t forget to mail this form to this address, and you will receive your score report in 10 days. 

Address: ETS - TOEFL iBT
P.O. Box 6153
Princeton, NJ 08541-6153 USA

3. Fax - You can also receive your TOEFL additional score reports by Fax by filling out the TOEFL iBT Additional Score Report Request Form (PDF). Then, Fax this form with your appointment number and credit/debit card details to +1-610-290-8972. You will receive your score report within 10 business days. 

With this blog, you now have all the information you need regarding TOEFL results and the scores for every band. By better understanding the GRE scores and GRE exam pattern, you can prepare well for the GRE exam. So don’t wait another minute and start your preparation the best way!