I took the TOEFL exam in 2021, got admitted to a US university the same year, and graduated in 2023. Now, I’m applying for a new course at another university. Do I need to retake the TOEFL exam?
TOEFL scores are valid for two years from the test date. Since you took the exam in 2021, your score would have expired by 2023, and you will likely need to retake the TOEFL to meet the requirements for your new application. Most US universities require valid TOEFL scores during the application process, and some may even require them to be valid until the start of the program.
Here are a few things to consider:
- Score Validity: TOEFL scores expire after two years, so any scores from 2021 are no longer valid for 2024 applications.
- University Policies: Some universities may have specific policies, so it’s worth checking with the university you are applying to for their exact requirements regarding TOEFL validity.
- Retaking the Exam: Since your scores are expired, you will most likely need to retake the TOEFL to submit new, valid scores for your application.
It’s best to contact the university admissions office for confirmation of their TOEFL score validity policy, but generally, a retake will be necessary.