The delivery of the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) test has recently changed from CBT (Computer-Based Test) to iBT (Internet-based Test) as of September 15th 2005.  Unfortunately, this means that the TOEFL can be given much less frequently than it used to.  Furthermore, in addition to the traditional reading, writing, and listening sections, testers must now complete a spoken portion as well.  Despite this change, the new test is very similar to the original TOEFL in many respects, and it still costs $140.  It is recommended that you sign up at least one month in advance in order to secure a test day, but you MUST sign up at least 7 days prior to the exam date.

What's new with the TOEFL iBT?

Tests are given less frequently (only a few times per month, not every day)

Tests are 30 minutes longer than the traditional TOEFL (maximum of 4.5 hours)

There is now a speaking section which records the testers responses using a microphone

Emphasis on using a combination of skills (for example, some questions will require reading, listening, then spoken responses)

There are now 2 essays

Scratch paper is provided for the entire test

In addition to receiving scores in the mail, testers can now also view their scores online 3 weeks after testing

 

TEST DATES AND ONLINE REGISTRATION

January	Saturday the 21st
February	Friday the 3rd and Saturday the 11th
March	Friday the 3rd and Saturday the 25th
April	Saturday the 8th and Friday the 28th
May	Friday the 26th
June	Saturday the 10th and Saturday the 24th

Test start times will vary, and are available at the official TOEFL website.  All of the days listed on the TOEFL website are NOT available at our center.  Only the days listed above are available at UNT's testing center.

TOEFL tests are offered at the University only on the particular test dates, listed above.  Currently, the only ways to register is by going to the official TOEFL website below or by calling 1-800-468-6335 and pay with a credit card.  We cannot personally process TOEFL registrations at this time, but you may schedule an appointment to test at our center.  To schedule an appointment using the internet, click on the following link and make sure to chose the University of North Texas in Denton as your desired location. UNT's test center in Denton is center number 7709.

www.ets.org/toefl/learners/ibt/register.html

Eventually, we will be able to register your test in person at our center, or over the phone.  For now, registration through either the official ETS website or 800 number are the only options available.  However, we can answer your questions regarding the TOEFL at (940) 565-7617.

TAKE A PRACTICE TEST

To take an practice version of the new test, check out this link for a example of the new TOEFL content:

www.ets.org/toeflpractice

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Other Computer-based testing links:
GRE Test Information
GMAT Test Information
TOEFL Test Information
PRAXIS Test Information
UNT Test Prep Classes

Additional testing links:
SAT and CLEP Information
ACT Test Information
Official GED Site
MCAT Test Information
THEA Test Information (formerly TASP)

Other links:
UNT Admissions page
UNT Campus Map

Besides the testing programs listed, Student Counseling Center also offers vocational tests discerning particular interests, skills or other factors related to choosing careers, schools and majors.  Vocational tests may be recommended and interpreted by a counselor at the Student Counseling Center after an initial interview to determine what may be helpful.

More info about these tests and vocational counseling can be found at the Student Counseling Centers main Counseling page or by calling the main number.