{"id":22030,"date":"2025-09-05T18:14:03","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T12:44:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/?p=22030"},"modified":"2025-09-05T18:39:59","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T13:09:59","slug":"new-toefl-initiative-gives-indian-study-abroad-aspirants-a-shot-at-rs-10-lakhs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/news\/new-toefl-initiative-gives-indian-study-abroad-aspirants-a-shot-at-rs-10-lakhs\/","title":{"rendered":"New TOEFL Initiative Gives Indian Study Abroad Aspirants a Shot at Rs 10 Lakhs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s the thing, studying abroad isn\u2019t cheap. Between tuition, living costs, and visa paperwork, students find themselves staring at numbers. And now comes some news that might just ease a little of that stress. ETS, the folks who run the TOEFL test, have teamed up with Credila to launch something called the\u00a0<strong>TOEFL SUPER 50<\/strong>. And yeah, it\u2019s not just a fancy name. There\u2019s real money on the table. This\u00a0<strong>TOEFL initiative<\/strong>\u00a0could be a game-changer for students chasing global opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s in it for students?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The highlight here is\u00a0<strong>Rs 10 lakh prize<\/strong>. That alone is tempting, right? But it ain\u2019t just about the cash. Students who sign up for the TOEFL iBT by\u00a0<strong>December 15, 2025<\/strong>\u00a0(and actually take the test before December 31, 2025) get more. There\u2019s free prep stuff, like the TOEFL Official eBook and 12 scored mock tests. Plus, a financial literacy masterclass from Credila. Because let\u2019s be real, budgeting for study abroad life is as stressful as the application itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another thing is if you go through Credila for an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/student-finances\/guide-for-study-abroad-loan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"education loan\">education loan<\/a>, you even get discounts on the processing fee. Small savings, but when you\u2019re already counting every rupee, that makes a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why does this matter so much?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Indian students are everywhere, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/country\/united-states%5C\" title=\"US\">US<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/country\/united-kingdom\" title=\"UK\">UK<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/country\/canada\" title=\"Canada\">Canada<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/country\/australia\" title=\"Australia\">Australia<\/a><\/strong>, even <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/country\/germany\" title=\"Germany\">Germany<\/a><\/strong>. Most universities demand an English test score, and TOEFL remains one of the most trusted. It\u2019s valid in\u00a0<strong>160+ countries and 13,000 universities<\/strong>. And if you ask anyone who\u2019s been through the grind, a solid <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/a-100-toefl-score-the-need-to-aim-for-perfection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"TOEFL score\">TOEFL score<\/a><\/strong> doesn\u2019t just open admissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It boosts your shot at scholarships and, in some cases, assistantships too. ETS itself pointed out that\u00a0<strong>85% of TOEFL test takers end up securing their visas<\/strong>. That\u2019s huge. Because let\u2019s face it: even with an offer letter in hand, no visa means no dream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Don\u2019t forget student accommodations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s the part most students underestimate: finding a place to stay abroad. Student accommodations add so much to your experience. From shared flats near campus to purpose-built residences, the options are endless. And yeah, it\u2019s better to start searching early, right alongside registering for TOEFL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You crack the exam, get your visa, but without a roof over your head, things get messy fast. Platforms like\u00a0University Living\u00a0actually help students book <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/\" title=\"verified student accommodation\">verified student accommodation<\/a><\/strong> across top cities, so you\u2019re not waiting for the last minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The bigger picture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you look closely, this\u00a0<strong>TOEFL initiative<\/strong>\u00a0isn\u2019t just some promo. It\u2019s ETS and Credila trying to hit two birds with one stone. Sort of like saying: \u201cWe\u2019ll help you with the test, and we\u2019ll help you pay for the dream too.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most students often say the same thing: getting through applications is one battle, but the constant money math is another. This initiative makes sense because it touches both sides of the struggle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rs 10 Lakhs is a big draw. But the real value might be the prep resources and the financial coaching. It\u2019s the kind of stuff students usually overlook till the last minute. If you\u2019re aiming for 2025 admissions, registering for TOEFL by the deadline is basically a win-win. Worst case? You don\u2019t bag the cash prize but still walk away with free prep and financial tips. Best case? You start your study abroad journey with a fatter wallet and a smoother ride to campus.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here\u2019s the thing, studying abroad isn\u2019t cheap. Between tuition, living costs, and visa paperwork, students find themselves staring at numbers. And now comes some news that might just ease a little of that stress. ETS, the folks who run the TOEFL test, have teamed up with Credila to launch something called the\u00a0TOEFL SUPER 50. 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