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How long do TOEFL results take?

ETS posts TOEFL iBT scores to your ETS account about 3 days after the test, and you see unofficial Reading and Listening scores as soon as you finish. TOEFL iBT Australia scores take about 4–8 days. Universities receive scores you send in roughly 4–8 business days through ETS's Data Manager. Four score reports are free if chosen before test day. Read on 14 October 2026.
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When you get your TOEFL scores

At the end of the test you can view unofficial Reading and Listening scores and the date your official scores are due; official scores can differ after ETS's statistical checks (bulletin). Official scores are in your ETS account 3 days after the test, with an email to tell you (ETS).

WhatWhenSource
Unofficial Reading and Listening scoresOn screen at the end of the testbulletin
Official scores in your ETS accountAbout 3 days after the testETS
TOEFL iBT Australia scoresAbout 4–8 days after the testbulletin
PDF score report to download24–48 hours after scores appearETS
Paper score report (if requested before the test)Mailed 11–15 days after the testETS
Express-shipped paper report (75 countries and territories, fee applies)Usually 2–5 business days after scores are confirmedETS

How long universities take to receive your scores

Your fee includes up to four official score reports to institutions or agencies you choose before the test; the bulletin lets you add, delete or change them until 10 p.m. local test-centre time on the day before your test (bulletin). Delivery time depends on how the recipient receives scores (ETS):

Delivery methodApproximate time
ETS Data Manager4–8 business days
Server feeds8–10 business days
Postal mail10–12 business days plus mailing time (7–10 more days in the US, 4–6 weeks elsewhere)

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Extra reports, score reviews and cancelled scores

After test day each additional score report is listed at US$29 on ETS's fee page, while its score-sending page still says US$25 (fees) (sending scores). Orders cannot be changed or refunded once placed (bulletin).

You can ask for a review of your Speaking and/or Writing section up to 30 days after the test, for a fee (US$80 for one section, US$160 for both), but not if you have already sent your scores to any institution. If the score is confirmed you hear within 3 weeks; a changed score, up or down, becomes official. Scores you cancelled at the end of the test can be reinstated within 60 days for a fee and reach you about 3 weeks later (bulletin) (fees).

Scores stay valid for 2 years and ETS will not send them after that (TOEFL score validity). Score reports also show your MyBest scores, though many universities, such as Harvard Griffin GSAS and Georgia Tech, do not accept them (Harvard) (Georgia Tech).

Frequently asked questions

How many days does it take to get TOEFL results?+

About 3 days after the test in your ETS account. TOEFL iBT Australia scores take about 4–8 days.

Can I see my TOEFL score immediately?+

You see unofficial Reading and Listening scores at the end of the test. Speaking, Writing and the overall score arrive with your official scores.

How long does it take for a university to receive TOEFL scores?+

About 4–8 business days through ETS Data Manager, 8–10 through server feeds, and longer by post.

Can I request a TOEFL score review after sending my scores?+

No. ETS does not allow a score review if you have already asked for your scores to be sent to any institution or agency.

How much does an extra TOEFL score report cost?+

ETS's fee page lists US$29 per institution or agency; its score-sending page still shows US$25.

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