NEW TOEFL IBT Calculator tool after the changes on TOEFL in 2023!
TOEFL IBT has changed in 2023 significantly. The new TOEFL IBT test is shorter and has fewer questions. This tool helps you to calculate your TOEFL IBT score based on the number of correct answers you get in each section. It will give you an approximate score along with a range. Read along for more information about the TOEFL IBT test format.
| Test Section | Number of Questions | Estimated Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 2 passages * 10 questions Some questions are scored 2 points. |
35 minutes |
| Listening | 3 lectures * 6 questions 2 conversations * 5 questions |
36 minutes |
| Speaking | 4 tasks: 1 independent and 3 integrated Each scored from 1 to 5 |
16 minutes |
| Writing | 2 tasks: 1 integrated and 1 writing for an academic discussion task Each scored from 1 to 5 |
20 + 10 minutes |
TOEFL iBT Listening Section
The Listening Section evaluates your ability to understand spoken English in academic settings. This includes listening to lectures and conversations and answering questions based on the information provided.
Format
Listening Material:
- 3 lectures, each 4–5 minutes long, about 500–750 words.
- 2 conversations, each about 3 minutes long, with 12–25 exchanges.
Questions:
- 6 questions per lecture.
- 5 questions per conversation.
Time Limit: 36 minutes, extendable to 41 minutes.
Academic Listening Skills
The Listening Section measures three core skills:
- Listening for Basic Comprehension: Understanding the main ideas, major points, and important details without needing comprehension of all details.
- Listening for Pragmatic Understanding: Recognizing the speaker's attitude, certainty level, and purpose.
- Connecting and Synthesizing Information: Recognizing organization, relationships, and connections between ideas; making inferences and identifying changes in topics or tone.
Question Types
The Listening Section includes the following question formats:
- Multiple-choice questions with one correct answer.
- Multiple-answer questions requiring more than one correct option.
- Ordering events or steps in a process.
- Matching objects or text to categories in a chart or marking checkboxes.
Features
- Taking notes is allowed during the test.
- Most questions are worth 1 point; some are worth 2 points, as indicated during the test.
- Some questions replay a portion of the lecture or conversation for additional context.
Academic Lectures
Lectures simulate classroom scenarios where professors deliver content, often with occasional comments or questions from students. Pictures on the screen help identify the speakers' roles.
Conversations in an Academic Setting
Conversations may occur between students, professors, or university staff, covering academic or nonacademic topics. Visual aids help provide context and identify roles.
TOEFL iBT Reading Section
The Reading Section evaluates your ability to comprehend and analyze academic texts commonly used in university-level education.
Format
Passages: 2 passages of approximately 700 words each.
Questions: 10 questions per passage.
Time Limit: 35 minutes, extendable to 36 minutes.
Question Types
The Reading Section includes the following formats:
- Multiple-choice questions with one correct answer.
- Multiple-answer questions requiring more than one correct option.
- Sentence insertion tasks to identify where a sentence best fits in the passage.
- Reading-to-learn questions, which test your ability to organize information into summaries, worth up to 2 points each.
TOEFL iBT Speaking Section
The Speaking Section assesses your ability to communicate effectively in academic and campus settings. It evaluates your skills in expressing opinions, summarizing information, and synthesizing ideas.
Format
Duration: Approximately 16 minutes.
Tasks: 4 tasks, including 1 independent task and 3 integrated tasks.
Academic Speaking Skills
The Speaking Section evaluates your ability to:
- Respond to questions and participate in discussions.
- Synthesize and summarize information from texts and lectures.
- Express opinions and communicate effectively in academic and non-academic settings.
Task Types
The Speaking Section includes the following tasks:
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Independent Task:
Respond to a question about a familiar topic and provide your opinion with supporting details.
Preparation Time: 15 seconds.
Response Time: 45 seconds. -
Integrated Task 1: Fit and Explain Campus Situation:
Read a short passage and listen to a conversation. Summarize one speaker’s opinion.
Preparation Time: 30 seconds.
Response Time: 60 seconds. -
Integrated Task 2: General/Specific Academic Course Topic:
Read a passage and listen to a lecture. Combine key ideas and provide a summary.
Preparation Time: 30 seconds.
Response Time: 60 seconds. -
Integrated Task 3: Summary Academic Course Topic:
Listen to a lecture and summarize the main ideas and their relationship.
Preparation Time: 20 seconds.
Response Time: 60 seconds.
Description
In the independent task, you respond to a question about a familiar topic by drawing on personal experiences and opinions.
The integrated tasks require combining skills such as reading, listening, and speaking. For example:
- Read a passage, listen to a conversation, and summarize key points.
- Listen to a lecture and summarize key information or connections.
All responses are recorded and submitted digitally for scoring by certified human raters and automated scoring systems.
TOEFL iBT Writing Section
The Writing Section measures your ability to present ideas clearly and effectively in an academic setting. It evaluates your skills in integrating information from various sources and expressing it coherently.
Format
Duration: 30 minutes.
Tasks: 2 tasks, including Integrated Writing and Writing for an Academic Discussion.
Academic Writing Skills
The Writing Section evaluates your ability to:
- Take notes on reading and listening passages to organize ideas before writing.
- Summarize, paraphrase, and accurately refer to source material.
- Express ideas in an organized, logical, and coherent manner.
- Use appropriate grammar, vocabulary, and linking words for clarity and flow.
- Follow conventions of spelling, punctuation, and layout.
Task Types
The Writing Section includes the following tasks:
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Task 1: Integrated Writing (Read/Listen/Write):
- Read a short passage (250–300 words) on an academic topic.
- Listen to a lecture (250–320 words) on the same topic and take notes.
- Summarize and combine ideas from the passage and lecture in an organized manner.
Response Time: 20 minutes. -
Task 2: Writing for an Academic Discussion:
- Write a post in response to a professor’s question in an online discussion.
- Engage with classmates’ posts or present a unique argument/opinion.
- An effective response typically contains at least 100 words.
Response Time: 10 minutes.
Description
In the Integrated Writing task, you will synthesize information from both a reading passage and a listening lecture.
The goal is to combine ideas and provide a coherent response using evidence from both sources.
The Academic Discussion task requires you to contribute to an online academic conversation by sharing opinions, agreeing/disagreeing with classmates, or introducing new ideas.
Both tasks are scored based on clarity, organization, grammar, and relevance.
Responses are typed into the computer and submitted digitally for evaluation by certified raters and automated scoring systems.