TOEFL®: English for Academic Study
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is the most accepted English-language test in the world, used by over 8,000 institutions and agencies in 130 countries. AMIDEAST administers the TOEFL for the test's developer, ETS (Educational Testing Service), in many countries in the Middle East/North Africa
Be sure to register early as test centers can fill quickly. Taking the TOEFL at least two to three months before your earliest application deadline is recommended
TOEFL is most commonly provided in an Internet-based (iBT) format that tests reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for academic contexts. A paper-based TOEFL is administered on limited dates in locations where Internet service is not dependable
How do I register to take the TOEFL?
You may register directly with ETS or for a small service fee you may register in person at AMIDEAST office. Registering through AMIDEAST allows you to pay using Kuwaiti Dinars
How do I prepare for the TOEFL?
It is important for you to be familiar with the kinds of questions asked on the TOEFL. Some ways to prepare
Visit the TOEFL Web site to see sample questions and tests
Purchase TOEFL preparation materials
Take a test preparation or English language class with KCSC which costs only KD 150
What do I do on the day of the test?
Arrive at AMIDEAST or other assigned test center at least 30 minutes before the test start time. If you arrive late, you may not be admitted to the test and will lose your test fees
Bring photo-bearing, government-issued identification and your test confirmation information. No mobile phones or other personal items are allowed in the testing room
What about my scores?
Score information is kept by ETS. AMIDEAST does not have access to this information
If you are missing your score report or need score reports to be sent to additional institutions, please contact ETS. E-mails sent to toefl@ets.org usually will receive a response in three to five business days, or you can call 1-609-771-7100. Please wait at least eight weeks before contacting ETS about missing score reports
Where do I get more information on the TOEFL test?
AMIDEAST offices maintain print materials on TOEFL testing and can help with registration and other support
Information on exam content and procedures is also available on the TOEFL Web site at http:/www.toefl.org
Kindly contact KCSC @ 25756663 or 25726669 for more information