University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Ajou University?

Ajou University's Graduate School accepts an English score above 71 on the TOEFL iBT as an alternative to TOPIK level 4, but only for Type A departments. Type B departments accept TOPIK level 4 or above only. TOEFL, TEPS, New TEPS and IELTS are the only English tests accepted, and results must be valid until the submission date.
  • Guide updated · 2 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

Ajou TOEFL iBT minimum

From the Ajou Graduate School's qualification and documents page for international applicants.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Graduate School, Type A departmentsAbove 71Alternative to TOPIK 4
Graduate School, Type B departmentsNot acceptedTOPIK 4 or above only

Test rules at Ajou

English scores accepted are TOEFL, TEPS (New TEPS) and IELTS only, and all results must have a valid expiry date up to the submission date. The page does not mention section minimums, the Home Edition, MyBest scores or an institution code.

TOEFL iBT score reports issued since January 2026 also carry a 1 to 6 band score alongside the 0 to 120 total; see our guide to the new TOEFL score scale. The page above gives only 0 to 120 figures, so that is what this guide reports.

On the same page, Ajou lists IELTS 5.5, TEPS 600 and New TEPS 234 as the other English options.

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If your TOEFL score falls short

Applicants from countries where English is the mother tongue or an official language can submit a certificate that their higher education was taught in English instead of a test score. TOPIK level 4 is the other route for Type A departments; some departments set a higher TOPIK level.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Ajou programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Ajou University need?+

For Graduate School Type A departments, a TOEFL iBT score above 71.

Can I use TOEFL for every Ajou graduate department?+

No. Type B departments accept TOPIK level 4 or above only.

Which English tests does Ajou accept?+

TOEFL, TEPS (New TEPS) and IELTS only.

What IELTS score is the Ajou equivalent?+

IELTS 5.5.

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Guide updated on 2 November 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.

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