The Influence of TOEFL Policy Program and English Competence on the Improvement of Graduate Quality at Bina Taruna Gorontalo University

Abstract

This study analyzes the influence of the TOEFL policy program and English language competence on the improvement of graduate quality at Universitas Bina Taruna Gorontalo. A quantitative approach with multiple linear regression was applied, using questionnaires and documentation as data collection instruments. The results demonstrate that the TOEFL program has a significant effect on graduate quality with a contribution of 31.5%. English language competence, particularly speaking skills, shows a more dominant influence with a contribution of 45.2%. Simultaneously, both variables account for 66.4% of the variation in graduate quality, whil e the remaining 33.6% is explained by other factors such as learning motivation, academic environment, and additional student experiences. The novelty of this study lies in emphasizing that the improvement of graduate quality is not solely determined by formal test scores but also by practical communication competence. The findings highlight the importance of policy synergy and the strengthening of applied English language skills as a strategy to build both academic and professional competitiveness. The study recommends adaptive institutional policies, more practical learning strategies, and the provision of adequate supporting facilities so that TOEFL serves not merely as an administrative requirement but as an integrated means of improving comprehensive English competence.