what are the differences from TOEFL, TOEIC and IELTS?

Answer 1

IELTS [International English Language Testing System]

The IELTS test is administered by the British Council, the University of Cambridge and IDP Australia. A prescribed IELTS score is now required by many Australian and British universities and colleges as a qualification for entry onto a course.

TOEIC [Test of English for International Communication]

The TOEIC test is a 2-part multiple choice test which consists of 200 questions. A TOEIC score indicates how well a non-native English speaker can communicate in English in business, commerce and industry.

Part 1 - Listening
Students answer questions on a variety of statements, short conversations and short talks.

Part 2 - Reading
Students read a selection of materials and answer 100 questions.

TOEFL [Test of English as a Foreign Language]

The TOEFL test is now accepted as an admission requirement by universities and colleges in Canada and the USA. It can also be accepted for university admission in Australia and the United Kingdom.

Answer 2

The Test Of English as a Foreign Language (or TOEFL, pronounced "toe-full", or sometimes just "toffle") evaluates the potential success of an individual to use and understand Standard American English at a college level. It is required for non-native applicants at many American and English speaking colleges and universities. ...

Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) measures the ability of non-native English-speaking people to use English in everyday work activities. The Toeic was developed by the ETS (Educational Testing Service) in the USA following a request from the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Trade and Industry (MITI). There are an estimated 3 million test takers per year.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a test of English language proficiency. It is jointly managed by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, British Council and IDP Education Australia. Candidates may choose either the Academic Module or the General Training Module: * The Academic Module is intended for those wishing to enrol in universities and other institutions of higher education. ...