University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Bentley University?

For undergraduates, Bentley University prefers an overall TOEFL iBT score of 4.5 for tests from 21 January 2026, with every section at 4.5 or above, or 90 overall with every section at 20 for earlier tests. Its graduate FAQ lists 100 on the TOEFL iBT. Scores go to Bentley under ETS code 3096.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Bentley TOEFL minimums by level

From Bentley's first-year applicant page and graduate admissions FAQ. The undergraduate overall figure is a preferred score; the section scores are required minimums.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Undergraduate, test from 21 Jan 20264.5 overall preferredEach section 4.5 minimum
Undergraduate, test before 21 Jan 202690 overall preferredEach section 20 minimum
Undergraduate, TOEFL Essentials10 overall preferredReading 10, Writing 10, Listening 9.5, Speaking 9
Graduate100Listed in the English language test FAQ

How Bentley handles TOEFL scores

Undergraduate admissions accepts only English tests completed in the last two years, does not accept self-reported English scores and does not superscore. Send scores from ETS using code 3096; the graduate FAQ gives the same code for TOEFL and GRE scores.

For comparison, the undergraduate page prefers IELTS 7 with each band at 6.5, and the graduate FAQ lists IELTS Academic 7.0.

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If your TOEFL score is below Bentley's level

Neither page offers conditional admission. Undergraduates can have the English test waived with 650 or more on SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, 29 or more on ACT reading and English, or four or more years at school in the US without an ESL programme. Graduate applicants may qualify for a waiver through citizenship of an approved English-speaking country or a degree taught entirely in English.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Bentley want for undergraduates?+

A preferred 4.5 overall with each section at least 4.5 for tests from 21 January 2026, or 90 overall with each section at least 20 for earlier tests.

What TOEFL score does Bentley list for graduate programmes?+

100 on the TOEFL iBT.

What is Bentley's TOEFL code?+

3096.

Does Bentley superscore the TOEFL?+

No. Undergraduate admissions does not superscore or accept self-reported English test results.

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