Why take the TOEFL Exam?

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9 months ago

The TOEFL iBT is accepted by over 13,000 universities and institutions in more than 160 countries, including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and many European and Asian nations. Its comprehensive assessment, fair scoring, and global recognition make it a top choice for many aspiring students and prof

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a year ago

TOEFL stands for Test of English as a Foreign Language . It is an examination for students to check their proficiency in English Language along with the aptitude. 

Here are the reasons why students take this examination: 

1) This examination open various doors for students. Many reputed colleges and i

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2 years ago

Accepted in over 11,000 universities and institutions worldwide, including universities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom (UK), United States (US), and across Europe and Asia, TOEFL is one of the most preferred English-language tests for students wanting to study abroad. The TOEFL te

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