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How should I choose one of them? Is it like universities in some countries accept one and universities in other countries accept the other?
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Shayan.J said:How should I choose one of them? Is it like universities in some countries accept one and universities in other countries accept the other?
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For me its not UK or US. I want to consider other European countries too. If I can find English programs in non-English speaking countries, then I won't hesitate to apply.Pepper Mint said:If you would want to apply for a school abroad, you'd better pick one country only. Because
1. Taking both exams also costs you some money.
2. Focusing on one school and trying for it makes you look more decisive or determined.
3. You can leave the US and fly to UK for higher education if you want later.
Choose a US school. You can view many online lectures from both countries and compare. I don't mean the UK professors are worse, only much less informative and they don't seem to employ better teaching methodology in their lectures or training experiments.
The US economy is also much better developed. They also have a tremendously growing system of communication or media. I take it as always that you have a voice and power only if you have $$$ and good methods to maintain, communicate as well as to control them.
What I would do in the first place is choose the uni where you want to go and search their website for info about this. If you can't find it don't be afraid to contact their student services or English department.Shayan.J said:I searched a bit and it looks like TOEFL is more suitable for me because its based on American English and also is a computer test. But does it mean that by choosing TOEFL I'm losing the chance to apply to some universities?(EDIT:well, aside from the ones in UK!)
And about those two other tests you mentioned, they are British. Are they based on British English? Are they as well-known as IELTS and TOEFL around the world?
And in general, do universities around the world really care that much about which English test the student has passed?
Contact them and attach the photo of your ID if you can. Then use the English form of your name they suggest. I would save and print whole mail conversation and bring it to the test in case that the examiner has any issues.Shayan.J said:So it seems I should first choose the universities I want to apply to, and then choose which test I should take.For me its not UK or US. I want to consider other European countries too. If I can find English programs in non-English speaking countries, then I won't hesitate to apply.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System) are both standardized tests used to measure English language proficiency. The main difference between them is that TOEFL is more commonly accepted in North America, while IELTS is more widely accepted in the rest of the world.
It depends on the requirements of the university you are applying to. Some universities may accept either TOEFL or IELTS, while others may only accept one of the two. It is important to check with the university directly to determine which test they require.
The TOEFL exam is primarily computer-based, with a few sections that are paper-based. It consists of four sections: reading, listening, speaking, and writing. The IELTS exam is paper-based and consists of four sections: listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Both exams are approximately 3 hours long.
There are many resources available to help you prepare for these exams, including study guides, practice tests, and online courses. It is important to familiarize yourself with the format of the exams and practice your English language skills, particularly in the areas of reading, listening, speaking, and writing.
The TOEFL and IELTS certifications are typically valid for two years. After this time period, you may need to retake the exam to show that your English language proficiency is still at the required level for university admission. It is best to check with the university you are applying to for their specific requirements.