{"id":8330,"date":"2021-05-21T15:14:52","date_gmt":"2021-05-21T15:14:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fulbright.nl\/advice\/bachelor\/step3\/engelse-taaltest\/"},"modified":"2024-12-19T13:38:09","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T13:38:09","slug":"english-language-test","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/fulbright.nl\/en\/advice\/bachelor\/step3\/english-language-test\/","title":{"rendered":"English language test"},"content":{"rendered":"

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English proficiency test<\/h1><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

As a prospective student from a non-English-speaking country, you must at least demonstrate a sufficient command of English to study in an academic setting. Most American educational institutions want you to take an English language test for this purpose. Read more about the different options below.<\/h4>\n

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[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””]You can take English language tests regularly at test centers in the Netherlands. Nowadays you can also take more and more English language tests online. It is wise to take these tests once before your final exam year, for example in 5 VWO or 4 HAVO. Often universities set minimum requirements for the scores, and you can sometimes get scholarships with a good score. Most test scores\u00a0remain valid for 2 years.[\/vc_column_text][vc_cta h2=”” h4=”Test exemptions” css=””]Have you recently completed more than two years of full English-language education, such as at an international school? In this case, sometimes you may be exempt from the English language test. This usually does not apply to additional English courses within regular education, such as IB English or a Cambridge certificate. If you think you might be eligible for exemption from an English language test, you can inquire about this with the universities you want to apply to.[\/vc_cta][vc_cta h2=”” h4=”Testing accommodations for students with a disability” css=””]If you have dyslexia or a physical disability that makes you need extra time or help with language tests, you can request this through the testing organizations themselves. Be sure to request these testing accommodations at least two months before your scheduled testing date, as requesting testing accommodations is a long procedure.<\/p>\n

If you have any questions regarding testing accommodations, you can contact our educational adviser<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Learn more about support:<\/p>\n

TOEFL Testing Accommodations<\/a><\/p>\n

It is important to submit your accommodations request before you register for the TOEFL. Processing typically takes 4-6 weeks, after which you can start scheduling the test.<\/p>\n

IELTS Testing Accommodations<\/a><\/p>\n

Duolingo Testing Accomodations<\/a><\/p>\n

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The TOEFL iBT<\/h4>\n

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL<\/a>) measures your English communication skills in an academic setting. The test is offered in American English and is therefore most commonly accepted by American universities.The final score is given on a scale of 0-120. On the websites of American universities you can find what their minimum and\/or required TOEFL score is. Scores are valid for up to two years.<\/p>\n

The test takes under two hours and consists of four different sections: reading comprehension, listening comprehension, speaking comprehension, and writing comprehension. The difficulty of the test is similar to the HAVO\/VWO final exams. Although Dutch students generally score very well on this test, it is still wise to prepare well for the test.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

Registration and preparation for the TOEFL<\/h4>\n

Students in the Netherlands can take the test at home or at a number of computer test centers in the Netherlands. You can register online through ETS<\/a> and pay $270.<\/p>\n

Consult the TOEFL registration guide here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You can take the TOEFL several times a month. Be sure to sign up on time. Especially in the fall, many students take the test and test dates fill up quickly. Within 4-8 business days, your scores will be available online through your ETS account.<\/p>\n

You should also forward your scores to the universities where you will be registering. During registration, you can forward the score report to four institutions for free; for each additional score report, you pay $25. Not sure yet where you want to apply, or want to wait to see the score before forwarding? You can always forward your scores at a later time.<\/p>\n

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Use discount code EDUUSATOEFL30<\/b> to receive a $30 discount on the TOEFL test.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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We recommend that you prepare the TOEFL well and practice at least a few times. You can access practice materials at:<\/p>\n

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