TOEFL IBT

Our TOEFL course is designed to equip individuals with the necessary skills and strategies to excel in all sections of the exam. Whether aiming for a high score or seeking to improve English proficiency, experienced instructors are available to guide every step of the way.

Throughout the course, the focus will be on the four key sections of the TOEFL exam: Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing. Valuable techniques will be taught to enhance comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, and overall communication skills in English.

CURRICULUM FEATURES

Weekly mock tests track student progress, complementing daily in-class exercises.
Small and large group classes focus on speaking, pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary to help boost overall English skills, leading to higher TOEFL-IBT scores.
The integrated nature of the TOEFL test is being emphasized to combine all skills in integrated tasks (Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing).
Books are all updated and new.
Involves exposure to academic texts, lectures, and discussions with supplemental group classes to augment knowledge.
Use of online practice tests, interactive exercises, and multimedia resources to simulate the test-taking environment.

COURSE DURATION

4 – 24 weeks

CURRICULUM STRUCTURE

CLASS TYPE	NUMBER OF CLASSES	SUBJECT / CONTENT
1-on-1	5	TOEFL Speaking, TOEFL Listening, TOEFL Writing, TOEFL Reading, TOEFL Vocabulary/Grammar
Small Group Class	1	Choose one (1): Compelling Conversations, Listening Power, TED Talk, Contemporary Topics, Phrasal Verbs, Grammar, Phrasal Verbs & Collocations, Accent & Intonation
Big Group Class	1	Choose one (1): Listening & Dictation, Supplemental Vocabulary, Supplemental Grammar, News and Trends, Power Multimedia, Premium English, Business Idioms
Total	7

TOEFL Speaking (1:1) – Students are taught strategies and techniques for organizing ideas, managing time, and expressing opinions clearly for effectively answering different types of speaking prompts commonly found in the TOEFL exam.

TOEFL Listening (1:1) – Students engage in various listening exercises in this class to improve their listening comprehension skills. These exercises may include listening to lectures, conversations, and discussions on a range of academic topics. Students take practice tests under timed conditions to simulate the experience of the actual TOEFL exam.

TOEFL Writing (1:1) – Students learn about the structure and format of the TOEFL writing section, which typically includes two tasks: an Integrated Writing task and an Independent Writing task. Test-Taking strategies such as managing time effectively, understanding the scoring rubrics, and approaching different types of writing tasks will also be taught.

TOEFL Reading (1:1) – This class involves teaching students how to analyze and evaluate information presented in the passages, identify the author’s purpose and tone, and recognize rhetorical devices used in the texts.

TOEFL Vocabulary (1:1) – This class would introduce students to a wide range of vocabulary words commonly found on the TOEFL exam. Students learn not only the definitions of words but also how to use them correctly in different contexts.

TOEFL Grammar (1:1) – The class will familiarize students with the structure and content of the TOEFL exam, particularly the grammar-related sections. Students will learn strategies for identifying and correcting grammatical errors in written and spoken English.

Compelling Conversations (SGC) – a conversation class that focuses on developing and improving participants’ conversational skills in English. This class provides structured lessons and discussions encouraging students to engage in meaningful and interesting conversations.

Listening Power (SGC) – The primary goal in this class is to enhance students’ ability to understand spoken English in various contexts, such as conversations, lectures, interviews, and presentations by learning strategies to comprehend spoken language more effectively, including identifying main ideas, understanding details, and inferring meaning from contents. Students are encouraged to become active listeners by engaging with the material, asking questions, and responding appropriately to what they hear. They learn techniques such as note-taking, summarizing, and paraphrasing to enhance their listening comprehension skills.

TED Talk (SGC) – an integrated class of Vocabulary and Public Speaking that focuses on the study and practice of delivering effective speeches in a style similar to that of TED Talks.

Listening and Dictation (BGC) – a class of 15 students at maximum that primarily focuses on improving a student’s listening comprehension skills and their ability to transcribe or write down spoken content accurately.

Supplemental Grammar (BGC) – an additional or extra class designed to enhance a student’s understanding and mastery of grammar in English This class is designed to complement regular language instruction by offering a more concentrated focus on the rules and structures of the English language.

Premium English (BGC) – This class of up to 15 students focuses on the forms, functions, and application of formal English in all aspects of language proficiency, particularly in speaking and conversation.

Supplemental Vocabulary (BGC) – an additional or extra class designed to help students expand and improve their vocabulary in English. This class is for individuals who need to improve their vocabulary for academic, career, or personal reasons.

News and Trends (BGC) – a class that focuses on improving students’ language skills while using current news and trends as a central part of the curriculum.

ADMISSION QUALIFICATION AND DATE

TARGET	AGE	Philinter Level (CODE)	TOEFL	TOEIC
85 up	16 +	Pre-intermediate – 301	56 – 69	530 – 665
100 up	16 +	Intermediate – 301+	70 – 81	670 – 785
110 up	16 +	Upper-Intermediate – 401	82 above	790 above

Students need to pass an online interview before admission.

ADMISSION DATE

Every Sunday (Please inquire in advance for Saturday Admission)

DAILY SCHEDULE

The following is an example of an TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) course routine. The student can change the start time and vacant time to suit their lifestyle.

During free time, some students swim on campus, play golf, or visit malls and coffee shops since this course is run in a semi-spartan system.

TIME	ACTIVITY	CLASS TYPE	SUBJECT / CLASS
07:30 – 08:10 am	BREAKFAST
08:00 – 08:45 am	1st Class	BGC	Listening and Dictation
08:50 – 09:35 am	2nd Class	1on1	TOEFL Listening
09:40 – 10:25 am	3rd Class
10:30 – 11:15 am	4th Class	1 on 1	TOEFL Reading
11:20 – 12:00 am	5th Class	SGC	TED Talk
11:50 – 12:30 pm	LUNCH
13:00 – 13:45 pm	6th Class
13:50 – 14: 35 pm	7th Class	1 on 1	TOEFL Speaking
14:40 – 15:25 pm	8th Class	1 on 1	TOEFL Grammar
15:30 – 16:15 pm	9th Class	1 on 1	TOEFL Writing
16:20 – 17:00 pm	10th Class
17:30 – 18:10 pm	DINNER
18:10 – 19:00 pm
19:00 – 20:00 pm
20:00 – 21:00 pm

SGC – Small Group Class

BGC – Big Group Class

EXAMS

TOEFL Mock Test: Every Saturday morning.

PHILINTER LANGUAGE LEVEL

Our systematic level system ensures substantial growth in your English proficiency!

We accurately assess students’ current English skills and expedite their progress to higher levels. As their English proficiency advances, we provide tailored guidance on official test scores that align with their level and recommend the most suitable courses for their progression.

PHILINTER’s result-oriented educational operation begins with this systematic and precise level system.

PHILINTER Level		EQUIVALENT SCORE
		IELTS	TOEIC	TOEFL	Cambridge	CEFR
601	Proficient	8.5 – 9.0	955 – 990	110 – 120	Proficiency (CPE)	C2
501 +	Upper Advanced	7.5 – 8.0	930 – 950	106 – 109	Advanced (CAE)	C1
501	Advanced	7.0	905 – 925	100 – 105	Advanced (CAE)	C1
401 +	Pre-Advanced	6.5	865 – 900	90 – 99	First (FCE)	B2
401	Upper-Intermediate	5.5 – 6.0	790 – 860	82 – 89	First (FCE)	B2
301 +	Intermediate	4.5 – 5.0	670 – 785	70 – 81	Preliminary (PET)	B1
301	Pre-Intermediate	3.5 – 4.0	530 – 665	56 – 69		A2 – B1
201 +	Upper Elementary	3.0	400 – 525	43 – 55	Key (KET)	A2
201	Elementary	2.0 – 2.5	250 – 395	30 – 42		A1 – A2
101 +	Upper Beginner	1.5	160 – 240	19 – 29		A1
101	Beginner	1.0	0 – 155	0 – 18

LEVEL DESCRIPTION

Describes the details of English proficiency for each level.

PHILINTER LEVEL	DESCRIPTION
601	Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Can summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Can express him/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations.
501 +	Can reformulate ideas differently in order to ensure that people understand exactly what is meant, eliminating the possibility of misunderstandings. Also, has a good command of a broad vocabulary, including collocations and idiomatic expressions; Can overcome gaps in vocabulary with alternatives. Can consistently maintain a high degree of grammatical accuracy; errors are rare and difficult to spot. Can express myself fluently and spontaneously, almost effortlessly.
501	Can express fluently and spontaneously, except occasionally, when speaking about a conceptually difficult subject. Has a good command of a broad vocabulary. Can sometimes have to search for expressions but can then find alternatives to express what he/she wants to say. Maintains a high degree of grammatical control in speech and writing.
401 +	Can express clearly and without much sign of having to restrict what he/she wants to say. Can reformulate ideas in different ways to ensure people understand exactly what is meant. Can maintain good grammatical control. Can sometimes make mistakes but can easily correct them afterwards. Can communicate fluently and spontaneously, even when talking at length about complex subjects.
401	Can communicate with reasonable accuracy and can correct mistakes if they have led to misunderstandings. Has a sufficient range of vocabulary to vary formulation and avoid repetition. Can produce stretches of language with a fairly even tempo; although can be hesitant when searching for expressions, there are few noticeably long pauses. Can sustain relationships with native speakers without unintentionally amusing or irritating them or requiring them to behave other than they would with a native speaker.
301 +	Can communicate with reasonable accuracy in familiar contexts, though with noticeable influences from mother tongue. Has a sufficient range of language to describe unusual and predictable situations and to express thoughts on abstract or cultural as well as everyday topics (such as music, films). Can express relatively easily when talking freely and keep the conversation going effectively without help, despite occasional pauses to plan and correct what is being said.
301	Can keep a conversation going, but sometimes have to pause to plan and correct what is being said. Knows enough vocabulary to talk about family, hobbies and interests, work, travel, news and current events. Can use simple expressions politely in a neutral way in everyday situations.
201 +	Can generally communicate the main points of what is wanting to say, though sometimes have to simplify it. Knows enough vocabulary for familiar everyday situations and topics but needs to search for the words and sometimes must simplify. Can participate in a longer conversation about familiar topics, but often needs to stop and think or start again in a different way. Can socialize simply but effectively using the simplest common expressions and routines.
201	Can communicate in a simple and direct exchange of limited information; in other situations, can generally have to compromise the message. Can use correctly simple phrases learnt for specific situations, but often make basic mistakes – for example mixing up tenses and forgetting to use the right endings. Has enough vocabulary to communicate in simple everyday situations. Can understand with short, simple phrases, but often needs to stop, try with different words – or repeat more clearly.
101 +	Can communicate limited information about self, family and job in a simple and direct exchange. Has a basic repertoire of phrases to talk about oneself and communicate in common everyday situations. Can use correctly some simple structures that has been memorized. Can speak slowly in a series of very short phrases, stopping and starting when trying to say different words.
101	Can speak in very short phrases and isolated words. Has a very basic repertoire of words and simple phrases about family and personal details, plus simple everyday situations. Can use memorized, short phrases for specific purposes with reasonable accuracy.

TUITION (USD)

A PEAK SEASON SURCHARGE applies for 8 weeks from early July to late August. Those staying during this period must pay an additional $40 per week, in addition to tuition (Japan: 5,000 YEN, Korea: KRW 50,000).

ACCOMMODATION	1 week	2 weeks	3 weeks	4 weeks	8 weeks	12 weeks	16 weeks	20 weeks	24 weeks
Single	$ 1,049	$ 1,515	$ 1,981	$ 2,330	$ 4,660	$ 6,990	$ 9,320	$ 11,650	$ 13,980
Double	$ 900	$ 1,300	$ 1,700	$ 2,000	$ 4,000	$ 6,000	$ 8,000	$ 10,000	$ 12,000
Triple	$ 851	$ 1,229	$ 1,607	$ 1,890	$ 3,780	$ 5,670	$ 7,560	$ 9,450	$ 11,340
AZON Single	$ 1,247	$ 1,801	$ 2,355	$ 2,770	$ 5,540	$ 8,310	$ 11,080	$ 13,850	$ 16,620
AZON Double	$ 954	$ 1,378	$ 1,802	$ 2,120	$ 4,240	$ 6,360	$ 8,480	$ 10,600	$ 12,720
AZON Triple	$ 887	$ 1,281	$ 1,675	$ 1,970	$ 3,940	$ 5,910	$ 7,880	$ 9,850	$ 11,820

Registration fee ($100) is not included in the above cost.
The above cost includes tuition fee, accommodation fee, and housekeeping services.
If you’re looking for more flexible accommodation rules, AZON CONDO might be a good option for you. For more information, please click the link below:
www.philinter.com/faqs/azon-condo-off-campus-dorm

LOCAL FEE (PHP)

DORMITORY USER ONLY

PARTICULARS	1 week	2 weeks	3 weeks	4 weeks	8 weeks	12 weeks	16 weeks	20 weeks	24 weeks
Special Student Permit (SSP)	6,800	6,800	6,800	6,800	6,800	6,800	6,800	6,800	6,800
ACR I- CARD						3,500	3,500	3,500	3,500
School ID Card	350	350	350	350	350	350	350	350	350
Visa					4,140	10,060	13,500	17,450	21,900
Water	250	500	750	1,000	2,000	3,000	4,000	5,000	6,000
Electricity Fee	600	1,200	1,800	2,400	4,800	7,200	9,600	12,000	14,400
Deposit	2,000	2,000	3,000	3,000	4,000	5,000	5,000	5,000	5,000
Maintenance Fee	500	1,000	1,500	2,000	4,000	6,000	8,000	10,000	12,000
Pick-Up Fee (Weekend)	1,200	1,200	1,200	1,200	1,200	1,200	1,200	1,200	1,200
TOTAL AMOUNT	11,700	13,050	15,400	16,750	27,290	43,110	51,950	61,300	71,150

The deposit will be withdrawn upon leaving and is deducted with the excess electricity fee if there is.
Electricity additional bill: If it exceeds 16 KHW per week, 25 pesos per 1 KHW must be paid.

BUDDY TEACHER

MY BUDDY TEACHER!
WARM SUPPORT FOR OUR PHILINTER LIFE!

In 2005, PHILINTER ACADEMY introduced the BUDDY TEACHER SYSTEM, which was the first of its kind among ESL language schools. The buddy teacher was introduced to support the students’ safe stay and quick adaptation to life abroad amid the unstable social infrastructure of that time.

The BUDDY TEACHER system has been highly appreciated by the students and many schools in the Philippines are interested in learning it.

Now, PHILINTER’s BUDDY TEACHER system is being upgraded to the next level, with a focus on:

Managing students’ academic achievements
Ensuring the satisfaction of all teachers,
and Supporting students’ adaptation to their study abroad life

You chose PHILINTER because you wanted to benefit from a more advanced education program. Therefore, your BUDDY TEACHER will support you throughout your studies, helping you achieve your academic goals and grades.

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FAQ

WHAT TEXTBOOKS DO PHILINTER USE?

We maintain a regularly updated list of textbooks for the following courses:

ESL (Adult)

ESL (Junior, 12-15 yrs.)

ESL (Primary, 7-11 yrs.)

IELTS

TOEIC

Business

TOEFL

Cambridge

Please note that textbooks for certain courses such as IELTS, Business, and Cambridge are only accessible through our PARTNER AGENT. However, the list of textbooks for other courses is open to all.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO CHOOSE 2 COURSES?

Absolutely! You have the option to choose multiple courses, including 2 or 3 courses.

However, we recommend consulting with us to determine the recommended order of courses and the ideal duration of study based on your individual needs.

HOW FAST CAN I IMPROVE MY SCORE IF I ENROLL IN THE TOEIC COURSE?

The rate at which you can improve your TOEIC score varies depending on your current level of English proficiency. Here’s an estimate of score improvement based on different starting levels:

If your English level is below 450 in TOEIC, you can anticipate an improvement of approximately 150-200 points per 4 weeks.

If your English level is below 600 in TOEIC, you can expect to improve your score by 100 to 150 points per 4 weeks.

For those with a score of 750 points and above, the rate of score improvement may be reduced.

On average, beginners or those with English proficiency below 450 can achieve a TOEIC score of 850 within approximately 12 weeks of dedicated study and practice.

HOW LONG IS THE STUDY PERIOD FROM IELTS 5.5 TO IELTS 7.0?

The study period to improve from IELTS 5.5 to IELTS 7.0 typically takes around 24 weeks when taking the IELTS Intensive course.
Here is the breakdown:

First 12 weeks to improve from 5.5 to 6.5

Then even another 12 weeks to improve from 6.5 to 7.0.

However, if you opt to choose the IELTS Score Guarantee, the total study duration can be reduced to 16 – 20 weeks.

For more information on academic progress and detailed course options, please consult with us.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF IELTS SCORE GUARANTEE?

The IELTS Score Guarantee Course at PHILINTER is designed to facilitate the achievement of the maximum score in a short timeframe.

Typically, it takes 24 to 32 weeks of learning for an English beginner to attain an IELTS score of 6.5. However, with our IELTS Score Guarantee Course, this score can be achieved in 24 weeks or even less.

PHILINTER’s IELTS SCORE GUARANTEE is designed to help students reach their target score quickly and effectively. In the event that the guaranteed score is not attained, free tuition fee for a specific number of weeks after the study period will be offered.

Please note that cooperation and consent for the school’s academic management are required to ensure students can fully benefit from our program.

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