Students looking to study abroad for their higher education undertake the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), a standardised test of English. It is a globally accepted and recognised test that universities use to determine a student’s English ability. The TOEFL is actually a suite of different tests, but the most relevant to students is the TOEFL iBT or the TOEFL Internet-Based Test.

Having a good score in the TOEFL exam comes with many benefits, including a chance to apply for scholarships, such as the ETS TOEFL Scholarship.

The ETS-TOEFL Scholarship for Indian Students

Together, ETS TOEFL and the National Indian Students and Alumni Union (NISAU) have recently announced the second edition of the ‘UK-India TOEFL Scholarship’ for Indian students. This scholarship aims to recognise and support applicants who wish to excel in their full-time study on campus, whether it be for an undergraduate or a postgraduate programme at a UK university.

Available to 10 candidates, each selected candidate will receive a chance to win a one-deposit, time scholarship of INR 2.5 lacs. These funds are intended as financial support for any expenses that may be incurred for your study in the UK, such as tuition, books, transportation fees, rental deposits, etc.

A panel of representatives from NISAU and UK universities will work together to select the deposits for this scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria

There are two main criteria for the ETS TOEFL Scholarship for Indian students:

• You must have a total TOEFL test score of at least 75 out of 120.
• You must hold an offer letter from a university in the UK.

How to Apply

The application process for the ETS TOEFL Scholarship is quite easy and can be completed in less than five steps.

Step 1: You will need to apply directly on the ETS India website with your ETS ID/Appointment ID.

Step 2: If you have scored 75 or above in the TOEFL exam, you will need to also submit the following details

• Your Grade 12 scores and transcripts
• Graduation scores and transcripts
• A short essay, with a 500-word word limit on the topic: 'Creating a social impact with a UK-based Education'
• Highlight your important personal and academic achievements

Step 3: All of the above details, along with your TOEFL score, will be assessed as per your existing eligibility, and if you have provided all of the required supporting documentation by the deadline, which is July 15, 2024.

Step 4: A maximum of ten applicants will be selected and receive a notification of their successful application for the ETS TOEFL Scholarship from ETS India, by August 15, 2024.

Important Deadlines

The following are the main deadlines that you need to keep in mind when submitting your application for the ETS TOEFL Scholarship

Successful Applicants

If you are successful in your application for the UK India TOEFL Scholarship, you will be required to act as a TOEFL Student Ambassador for the duration of your studies, which may involve but is not limited to the following:

• Representing as a TOEFL Student Ambassador at Events, Conferences, etc.
• Contributing to marketing and promotional activities such as writing blogs, creating video testimonials, etc.
• Participating in International student events
• Engaging with the TOEFL programme. As a valued member of their global alumni

You can find the full terms and conditions of the scholarship on the ETS India website.

How is the TOEFL scored?

The TOEFL iBT is divided into four sections; reading, listening, speaking, and writing take 2 hours and 30 minutes, with the 30 minutes reserved for your check-in and to resolve any technical issues or emergencies that may arise.

The total score of the TOEFL falls between a range of 0 and 120, with each section carrying the same weightage.

The average score for the TOEFL iBT can range from anywhere between 85 and 100, and a score above 100 is considered excellent.

Different universities can have different TOEFL score requirements, depending on what course and subject you study, as well as your degree level.

Conclusion

The UK India TOEFL Scholarship is becoming a popular scholarship available for Indian students to study in the UK. It has many benefits and connects you to a large network of students and alumni who have studied and are studying in the UK. So this is one scholarship to definitely apply for!

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