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TOEFL band 4: what it means on the old scale
Quick answer
A TOEFL iBT band 4 is 72–85 on the old 0–120 scale and CEFR level B2. On the 0–30 section scale it is 18–21 in reading, 17–19 in listening, 17–20 in writing and 20–22 in speaking.
Band 4 in each section
| Score | Range for band 4 |
|---|---|
| Total (0–120) | 72–85 |
| Reading (0–30) | 18–21 |
| Listening (0–30) | 17–19 |
| Writing (0–30) | 17–20 |
| Speaking (0–30) | 20–22 |
Your overall band is the average of your four section bands, rounded to the nearest half band. How the overall band works.
What CEFR B2 means
You follow the main ideas of complex texts, including technical discussion in your own field, talk with native speakers without strain on either side, and write clear, detailed text on many subjects. Paraphrased from the Council of Europe's CEFR scale.
Is band 4 a good TOEFL score?
It depends on the school. Many ask for 80 to 100 on the 0–120 scale, roughly 4 to 5 on the new scale. A band 4 sits inside that common range. Check each school's own requirement.
Questions
What is TOEFL band 4 on the old 0–120 scale?
A band 4 matches a total of 72–85 out of 120 on the old scale.
What CEFR level is TOEFL band 4?
CEFR B2. You follow the main ideas of complex texts, including technical discussion in your own field, talk with native speakers without strain on either side, and write clear, detailed text on many subjects.
What section scores give a band 4?
On the 0–30 section scale, a band 4 is 18–21 in reading, 17–19 in listening, 17–20 in writing and 20–22 in speaking.
Is TOEFL band 4 a good score?
It depends on the school. Many ask for 80 to 100 on the 0–120 scale, roughly 4 to 5 on the new scale. A band 4 sits inside that common range. Check each school's own requirement.
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