<p>as the title says.. how much before applying i should take the TOEFL exam?
and I am planning to apply into some ivies.. what test is the best? TOEFL or IELTS or the CPE (Cambridge English: Proficiency)?</p>
<p>I guess you should take TOEFL, 'cause it’s accepted in any US university as far as I know. The date depends on the application deadline. If you are applying early, October would be the last month for you to take the test. If RD, then December should be ok. But if you’re unsure if your score will be high enough, you need to take it early enough to prepare again and retake the test.</p>