Admissions Expertise How many TOEFL exams should I take before the application deadline and can I ask for a fee waiver? You may take the TOEFL as many times as you need, however, the score is not likely to change significantly unless you have acquired substantially more language proficiency. Fee waiver: some US colleges grant a fee waiver to international students though most don’t. One of the reasons is that international students must provide proof of sufficient funds before being admitted. The one exception to this may be the Ivy League Universities because they have more means to fund a meritorious student. Therefore, asking for a fee waiver will signal the university that the international student will likely not have the self-provided funds to study in the US. Want to see all of Claire's expertise? Click here to see full profile Want to see more expertise in International Students? Click here to see all expertise