The TOEFL® Test is used to evaluate proficiency in English of those speakers whose native language is not English. It measures the ability of non-native speakers of English to use and understand English as it is spoken, written, and heard in college and university settings. TOEFL® Test scores are accepted by more than 9,000 colleges, universities, and licensing agencies in 130 countries.
ULCI is an official ETS TOEFL® Testing Centre and also provides high quality TOEFL® Test preparation classes, with the finest instructors and the best available technology. Our team of instructors keep up to date with the tests all year round, to stay on top of the Test Preparation trends and to make sure our students learn in the best possible way in order to achieve high scores.
Receiving high marks on an English proficiency test is the single most important thing that non-native English speakers can do to increase their chances of studying abroad. High marks on the TOEFL® Test increase your chances of getting a student visa, getting into a good educational programme, and (in some cases) of getting scholarships.
The TOEFL® Test assesses four basic language skills: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. It tests specific skills needed for students in an academic environment.
There is a mandatory speaking section, with integrated tasks included in both speaking and writing sections. There isn’t, however, a separate grammar or structure section, as the use of grammar is strongly evaluated in the speaking and writing sections.
TOEFL iBT Test Sections
| Section | Time Limit | Questions | Tasks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 60–80 minutes | 36–56 questions | Read 3 or 4 passages from academic texts and answer questions. |
| Listening | 60–90 minutes | 34–51 questions | Listen to lectures, classroom discussions and conversations, then answer questions. |
| Break | 10 minutes | - | - |
| Speaking | 20 minutes | 6 tasks | Express an opinion on a familiar topic; speak based on reading and listening tasks. |
| Writing | 50 minutes | 2 tasks | Write essay responses based on reading and listening tasks; support an opinion in writing. |
iBT TOEFL® Test at ULCI
High marks in an English proficiency test is the single most important qualification that non-native English speakers can have to increase their chances of studying abroad. High marks on the iBT TOEFL® Test increases your chances of getting into a good educational programme, and in some cases of getting scholarships.
ULCI provides you with expert in-class instruction and successful test-taking strategies. Our team of experienced instructors makes sure our students learn in the best possible way in order to achieve high scores.
- We offer small classes so that students have all the attention they need to work at a pace that is suitable for them
- Instructors work closely with students to identify their strengths and weakness and provide them with appropriate guidance
- The most up to date materials are made available to the students for practice
- Students have extra practice on the online self-access resource center where they can enhance the skills they learn in the classroom
- The intranet on the online self-access resource center has ample practice materials
SUNDAY TESTS
To give students the opportunity to become familiar with the real test modules, we conduct full-length tests on alternate Sundays. These tests are like the real tests. Feedback after each test provides students with a clear picture of their strengths and weakness so that they ca can concentrate more on their weaker areas.
ONLINE SELF ACCESS RESOURCE CENTER
The ULCI Online Self Access Resource Centre is fully equipped with computers and multimedia aids that contain audio and video programs on topics related to IELTS, TOEFL, CAE, SAT, GMAT and English Language courses. Online and offline sample tests and Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking materials provide students with enough practice to get high scores on the actual tests.
Features of the Resource Center:
- Easy to use
- Digital programme sources
- Contains a large number of course books, audio files and videos
- Complete practice exercises of all the test sections
- Special features to help with the Listening and Speaking sections
- Activity-based approach
- Outstanding sound quality
- Individual cubicle for privacy
LIBRARY
ULCI Library offers students materials designed to help improve their language skills in speaking, listening, writing, reading, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. The library contains the collection of test preparation sample tests and a wide range of course materials related to all of the courses taught at ULCI that would meet the study needs of students. Students may borrow books related to their registered courses.
FACTS ABOUT iBT TOEFL
- iBT TOEFL® Test is scored out of a total of 120 points, with each section scored out of 30 points
- The test is given on fixed dates, 30 to 40 times a year
- The TOEFL score is valid for 2 years
- TOEFL Test registration fee is US$ 180
- Payment via credit/debit card: American Express, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, or Visa. Electronic check (e-check) if you have a bank account in the United States or its territories
- Rescheduling Fee is US$ 60
- Additional score reports (per institute or agency) cost US$ 19 each
- 50 % of the test fee will be refunded if the test is cancelled three working days before the test date
- Scores are posted online 15 business days after the test date. You will receive 1 printed and 1 online score report
- Registration closes 7 days before your test date.
- Late registration closes 3 days before your test date (not including the day of the test) and has a late fee of US$ 40
- Only iBT Tests are available in Nepal
CLASS TIME & COURSE FEE:
Summer: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Winter: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Course Fee: Rs. 12,000/-