TEST
Comparison of the tests
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IELTS Academic
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TOEFL iBT
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For Institutions mainly in Europe and the UK
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For Institutions mainly in USA and Europe (from 2014, many UK universities do not accept TOEFL)
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Paper-based test and Computer-based test
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Computer-based test
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Variety of questions
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Multiple choice questions
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Poor spelling and grammar are penalised
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Examinees can skip questions and go back to review or change responses
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Interview conducted by an examiner
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Speaking conducted in a computer
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Validity of scores:
2 years |
Validity of scores:
2 years |
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Total score:
0-9 |
Total score:
0-120 |
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Cost: €223
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Cost: $245
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Scores
Score conversion table
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IELTS Academic
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TOEFL iBT
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9
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118-120
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8.5
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115-117
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8
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110-114
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7.5
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102-109
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7
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94-101
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6.5
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79-93
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6
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60-78
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5.5
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46-59
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5
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35-45
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4.5
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32-34
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0-4
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0-31
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