Breaking Promise with Colleges?

esahn9405
Thu, 16 Jan 2014 17:54:49 +0000

When you are unfamiliar with Toefl, think of it as SAT. It’s basically a test that is not “required” but “recommended”

Since colleges “recommend” (not really required) international students to take Toefl, I reported colleges that I will be taking Toefl in January, on my application.
However, Our state doesn’t provide Toefl during January - once but I missed the date. And nearby states have their seats filled in.
It would take me 7 hour ride if I really want to take it during January.

So, here’s my question:
Should I even take the test? - I believe February scores won’t affect my scores.
If not, should I report to schools that I will not be taking it? Or would colleges automatically disregard my report if my scores don’t go in?
Would I get any disadvantage if I don’t report scores that I planned to report?