At Better TOEFL Scores, we celebrate our students’ accomplishments—and today, I’m thrilled to share the story of one remarkable student who earned a TOEFL score of 109 out of 120.
Scoring this high on the TOEFL iBT exam isn’t just about being fluent in English—it takes focused preparation, smart strategies, and consistent practice across all four sections: Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing. The student you’ll meet in the video below worked tirelessly with me through my $99/month Speaking and Writing Feedback Service, mastering both academic fluency and time management under pressure.
So how does someone reach a TOEFL score of 109?
3 Key Tips That Helped This Student Reach a Score of 109:
1. Develop Academic Listening and Note-Taking Skills
High scorers listen with purpose. They don’t just hear—they extract key points, relationships, and transitions. Practicing with real university lectures made a big difference.
2. Practice Speaking with Detailed Feedback
This student submitted weekly Speaking tasks and received detailed corrections and suggestions for improvement. Pronunciation, pacing, and clarity were refined one step at a time.
3. Study Sample Essays and Get Feedback
For Writing, we focused on structure, coherence, and academic tone. Reviewing high-scoring sample essays and getting feedback on every draft pushed this student to the next level.
Most importantly, she remained focused, motivated, and open to feedback. Her achievement is a testament to what’s possible with dedication and the right guidance.
Watch our interview below to hear how she prepared for the test, what she found most challenging, and the advice she has for future test-takers.
Whether you're aiming for a TOEFL score of 109 or simply want to boost your performance in the Speaking and Writing sections, you’ll find both inspiration and practical strategies in her story. Her journey highlights the power of consistent practice, targeted feedback, and the mindset needed to overcome challenges. From overcoming test anxiety to building confidence in academic English, her experience offers valuable lessons that every TOEFL test-taker can apply. No matter where you are in your preparation, her success shows that with the right approach, a high score is within reach.