English Test Score Converter
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TOEIC: 10–990
| CEFR | TOEIC | TOEFL iBT | IELTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| C2 (Mastery) | 985+ | 114+ | 8.5+ |
| C1 (Advanced) | 945–984 | 95–113 | 7.0–8.0 |
| B2 (Upper-Intermediate) | 785–944 | 72–94 | 5.5–6.5 |
| B1 (Intermediate) | 550–784 | 42–71 | 4.0–5.0 |
| A2 (Elementary) | 225–549 | — | 3.0–3.5 |
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How to use
- 1 Pick which test you have a score for: TOEIC, TOEFL iBT, or IELTS.
- 2 Enter your score. TOEIC: 10–990. TOEFL iBT: 0–120. IELTS Academic: 0–9 (in 0.5 increments).
- 3 Click Calculate to see your CEFR level (A1 beginner to C2 mastery) and equivalent ranges on the other two tests.
- 4 For US college admission, most institutions require TOEFL iBT 80+ undergraduate or 100+ graduate (CEFR B2/C1).
- 5 For UK / Australia admission, IELTS 6.5–7.5 (CEFR B2/C1) is typical. For US work visas (H-1B, TN), CEFR B2+ is usually sufficient.
About English Test Score Converter
FAQ
Q What TOEFL score equals IELTS 7.0?
IELTS 7.0 is roughly TOEFL iBT 95–101 per ETS's official concordance table. Both correspond to CEFR C1 (Effective Operational Proficiency). For exact admissions decisions, individual schools have their own minimum cutoffs that may differ slightly from the concordance.
Q What CEFR level do I need for US college?
Most US undergraduate programs require CEFR B2 (TOEFL 72–94 or IELTS 5.5–6.5) at minimum. Selective universities expect C1 (TOEFL 95+ or IELTS 7.0+). Graduate programs typically require C1 minimum, with PhD programs in humanities sometimes requiring C2-level writing samples.
Q Can I convert TOEIC to TOEFL for US college admission?
You can see equivalence (TOEIC 945+ ≈ TOEFL 95+ ≈ CEFR C1), but most US universities require TOEFL iBT specifically — they don't accept TOEIC as a substitute. TOEIC is more common in workplace certification than admissions. Take the TOEFL if applying to US colleges.
Q Which English test should I take?
For US/Canada college: TOEFL iBT or IELTS Academic. For UK/Australia/NZ college: IELTS Academic. For international business hiring: TOEIC L+R (and Speaking/Writing if required). For UK/EU lifetime certification: Cambridge English (CAE/CPE — no expiration). Check your target institution's accepted tests.
Q Are CEFR levels universally recognized?
Throughout Europe, yes — CEFR is the official Council of Europe standard. In the US and Asia, CEFR is increasingly used but specific test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC) are more commonly cited in admissions and HR contexts. Always check what level/score format your target institution requires.
Q How long are these test scores valid?
TOEFL iBT: 2 years. IELTS: 2 years. TOEIC: 2 years. Cambridge English (CAE/CPE): lifetime — no expiration. After 2 years, most admissions and immigration authorities require fresh tests. Schedule retesting 6+ months before any deadline to allow buffer.
Q What are typical English score requirements for US work visas?
H-1B and TN visas don't have explicit English score requirements but USCIS may request evidence of English proficiency for certain professions. For US employment-based green card sponsorship, employer requirements drive — most professional roles expect TOEFL 80+/IELTS 6.5+/CEFR B2+ documented through education, employment, or testing.
Q Can I take an English test online from home?
Yes for most. TOEFL iBT Home Edition is widely available (same score as in-center). IELTS Online is available in many countries. Both require proctoring with webcam, lockdown browser, and quiet environment. Some institutions still prefer in-person test scores — check before booking the online version.
Official resources
CEFR — Council of Europe Reference
Official Council of Europe Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
ETS — TOEFL Score and CEFR Mapping
Official ETS TOEFL iBT to CEFR concordance table for institutions.
IELTS — IELTS Score and CEFR
Official British Council IELTS-to-CEFR concordance table.
ETS — TOEIC Score Descriptors
Official ETS TOEIC proficiency level descriptors mapping to CEFR.