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TOEFL band 6: what it means on the old scale
Quick answer
A TOEFL iBT band 6 is 114–120 on the old 0–120 scale and CEFR level C2. On the 0–30 section scale it is 29–30 in reading, 28–30 in listening, 29–30 in writing and 28–30 in speaking.
Band 6 in each section
| Score | Range for band 6 |
|---|---|
| Total (0–120) | 114–120 |
| Reading (0–30) | 29–30 |
| Listening (0–30) | 28–30 |
| Writing (0–30) | 29–30 |
| Speaking (0–30) | 28–30 |
Your overall band is the average of your four section bands, rounded to the nearest half band. How the overall band works.
What CEFR C2 means
You understand almost everything you hear or read with ease, summarize information from different sources, and express yourself precisely, even on complex points. Paraphrased from the Council of Europe's CEFR scale.
Is band 6 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 6 is above that common range, so it meets most published requirements. Check each school's own requirement.
Questions
What is TOEFL band 6 on the old 0–120 scale?
A band 6 matches a total of 114–120 out of 120 on the old scale.
What CEFR level is TOEFL band 6?
CEFR C2. You understand almost everything you hear or read with ease, summarize information from different sources, and express yourself precisely, even on complex points.
What section scores give a band 6?
On the 0–30 section scale, a band 6 is 29–30 in reading, 28–30 in listening, 29–30 in writing and 28–30 in speaking.
Is TOEFL band 6 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 6 is above that common range, so it meets most published requirements. Check each school's own requirement.
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