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Prepare to pass the TOEFL exam and open academic opportunities

The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) measures your ability to use English at university level and is used in the admissions process by over 8,000 institutions in over 130 countries, including most North American universities. (It’s also accepted as proof of English proficiency for immigration in many countries). So our TOEFL exam preparation course is designed to help you achieve the best possible result. Focusing on exam strategies as well as general English skills, we’ll make sure you’re fully prepared on exam day.

Available

All year

Lessons per week

20 (15 hours), 30 (22.5 hours)

Lesson Duration

1 Lesson = 45 minutes

Level

Intermediate

Course start dates

Every Monday

Available in

New York, Toronto,

Choose a TOEFL exam prep course in a place you’ll love

Immerse yourself in a new English-speaking culture and meet new friends from all over the world during your TOEFL exam preparation course with EC English. Choose from two of the world’s most vibrant, multicultural cities.

Get personalised attention in smaller classes

Our maximum class size is 16 students or less, depending on destination. Which is right for you?

Maximum 15: New York

Maximum 16: Toronto

EC Canada, on limited occasions, may reserve the right to teach classes up to a max of 18

What you can expect on your TOEFL course

Expert TOEFL instructors

At EC, all of the teachers offering TOEFL exam preparation are experts in the exam itself. They know exactly what the TOEFL exam demands of students and will provide you with the information you need, as well as the confidence in your own ability to use English. Our teachers are trained and experienced in getting you to approach the exams strategically. They will teach you how to take the exam using a solid methodology that will bring you closer to your goals.

Exam strategies

They say that practice makes perfect, and at EC you’ll find out just how true that is. We use past exam papers on the TOEFL exam preparation course, so you’ll know exactly what to expect when the time comes. We’ll go step-by-step through each section of the exam, and show you how to answer questions. The combination of teacher support and actual practice will ensure you are prepared for whatever may appear on the exam.

Unparalleled support

Every step of the way, your teachers will be there to guide you, provide constant feedback and help you track your progress. To ensure the best results, they will create a personalised study plan that’s tailor-made for your requirements, working to your strengths and helping with your challenges. With our full support, and the support of like-minded classmates, you’ll face your TOEFL exam with total confidence.

Improved English skills

While focusing on TOEFL exam preparation, you’ll also receive core English training in reading, writing, speaking and listening. These include: methods and strategies for successful integrated and independent writing; the skills needed to speak confidently and succeed in a one-to-one interview; listening strategies such as listening for the idea of what’s said and for detail; and skim reading for meaning, scanning for detail, paraphrasing, making inferences, and more.

Immersive learning

Being immersed in an English-speaking country will naturally improve your English. So, regardless of which EC destination you choose, you will be speaking English inside and outside of your classroom. EC English provides a full programme of fun cultural and social activities for you in your host city, so you’ll have lots of opportunities to practise your English in everyday situations and improve fluency.

Guaranteed progress

In this special training course, our goal is to help you improve your exam result. Since it began, thousands of students have taken this course with us at EC English, and over 97% of them were able to increase their score. Our research-based courses, exceptional instructors, personalised learning methods and regular progress assessments will provide you with everything you need to feel fully prepared to take the TOEFL on exam day.

Reasons to take our TOEFL exam preparation course

You want to enter a high school in an English-speaking country.

You want to be licensed or certified in a particular field.

You need to demonstrate mastery of English language for immigration.

EC Promise

Count on the EC Promise

At EC English, we promise that your progress will always be visible and guaranteed. Simply put, as long as you follow your personalised learning programme, we guarantee your English will improve.

Learn more about our promise

TOEFL Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between a TOEFL exam preparation course and a TOEIC course?

Both tests measure English proficiency level for non-native English speakers. TOEFL test measures academic communication skills in English, so it is focused on the formal, academic language found at university. TOEIC exams measure English proficiency for the workplace and focus on everyday business language. EC English offers both TOEFL exam preparation and TOEIC exam preparation courses that will raise your English level and set you up for an internationally recognised language qualification.

How do I decide between a TOEFL exam preparation course and an IELTS prep course?

Both IELTS and TOEFL have similar purposes, but there are some differences in terms of test format, scoring, and target audiences. IELTS is more commonly used in the UK, Australia, and Canada, while TOEFL is widely accepted in the United States and some other countries. It’s recommended to check the specific requirements of the institution or organisation you are applying to in order to determine which exam is preferred or accepted. You can read more about this subject here.

What are the accommodation options on my TOEFL preparation course with EC English?

At EC English, we offer host family or residence/student apartment accommodations. If you choose a homestay option, you will live with a family in your chosen destination. This is a great option if you want an opportunity to practice your English with a local family over homecooked meals. If you’re looking for more independence, you may want to consider a shared student residence.

Will taking the TOEFL exam preparation course with EC improve my English level?

Yes. In addition to providing you with strategies for preparing and taking the exam, you will receive core English training in reading, writing, speaking and listening that will improve your proficiency level. You’ll learn:

Methods and strategies for successful writing

The skills needed to speak confidently

Strategies for listening to what’s said and for detail

How to skim-read for meaning, scan for detail and more

Take our TOEFL exam preparation course to open up opportunities

Taken by over 25 million English language learners, especially those looking to attend university abroad in an English-speaking country, the TOEFL test measures your ability to use English at the university or graduate school level. In fact, it’s used in the admissions process by over 8,000 institutions in more than 130 countries, including the majority of North American universities. So, a high score on this test may be a key to your future. Our TOEFL exam preparation courses will help you open doors, by providing you with expert instructors, and the exam strategies and methods you need to be able to seize all the opportunities that await.

Gain a competitive academic edge with TOEFL qualification

Interested in studying abroad? You’ll want to know over 13,000 colleges, universities and professional institutions in over 160 countries rely on TOEFL to help them select the right people. Taking the TOEFL exam preparation course at one of our EC English schools and passing the exam gives you a clear competitive advantage, because it shows universities that you are not only proficient in English, you are also committed to studying and living abroad in their country.

Study with trained TOEFL teachers

When you take our TOEFL exam preparation course at EC English, you’ll learn from instructors who are experts in the exam itself. They know exactly what the exam demands of students and will provide you with the information you need, building your confidence in your ability to use English. Plus, our teachers will provide mentoring and support every step of the way, creating a personalised study plan, giving continual feedback, and helping you track your progress—so on exam day, you’ll feel totally confident in your abilities.

Choose from a range of English exam prep courses at EC English

English proficiency is mandatory at universities throughout the world, and it is considered the global language of business. EC English has your back! In addition to TOEFL exam preparation, EC English offers a wide range of exam preparation courses to suit a variety of goals, including: Cambridge English level exams (B2 First, C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency); IELTS (International English Language Testing System), a qualification required by most British, Canadian, Maltese and South African universities and many American academic and professional institutions; and TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication), which is used to assess the English skills of people working in a global environment.

Meet your TOEFL goals faster with language immersion

Wondering where to take your TOEFL exam preparation course? Research has proven that learning English in an English-speaking country, where you’re surrounded by the language, helps you learn it faster, retain it longer and drives sharper recall. EC English offers our TOEFL exam preparation course in two English-speaking countries, Canada (EC Toronto), and the US (EC New York)—two of the most vibrant, cosmopolitan cities in the world. So you’ll have endless opportunities to use your English and sharpen your skills in and out of class.