University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Bishop's University?

Bishop's University asks undergraduates for TOEFL 4.5 overall with no score below 4.0 on tests from 21 January 2026, or 90 internet-based with no component below 20 on earlier tests. The M.Ed. and M.A. in Educational Studies ask 80 with 20 in each component, and the MSc in Computer Science expects 90 in principle. A partner language school pathway is also available.
  • Guide updated · 1 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Bishop's TOEFL minimums by level

From Bishop's proof of English language proficiency page, the School of Education graduate programmes page and the MSc in Computer Science graduate admission page.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Undergraduate, tests from 21 January 20264.5, no score below 4.0
Undergraduate, tests before 21 January 202690, no component below 20
M.Ed. or M.A. in Educational Studies80, at least 20 in each of four components0 to 120 figure only
MSc in Computer Science90 (expected in principle)Other tests also considered

How Bishop's handles TOEFL scores

None of the three pages gives an ETS code, a validity period or a MyBest rule. The Computer Science page asks for proof of English unless English is your first language or you have attended at least one year of university in English, and also lists older paper-based (580) and computer-based (237) minimums.

For comparison, the undergraduate page asks IELTS Academic 6.5 with no component below 6.0, and the School of Education page asks IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.5 in each component.

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. Where a page above gives only a 0 to 120 figure, that is the figure this guide reports.

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If your TOEFL score is below Bishop's level

Bishop's runs an English Language School Pathway with partner schools including ILSC. It offers a conditional letter of admission once you have applied, proved enrolment in a partner pathway programme and met all other admission requirements, and the offer becomes unconditional when you complete the pathway. Bishop's does not issue the conditional letter before you are enrolled with a partner school.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Bishop's University need?+

For undergraduates, 4.5 with no score below 4.0 on tests from 21 January 2026, or 90 with no component below 20 on earlier tests.

What TOEFL score does the Bishop's M.Ed. need?+

80 internet-based with at least 20 in each of the four components.

What TOEFL score does the Bishop's MSc in Computer Science expect?+

90 internet-based, in principle.

Can I get a conditional offer from Bishop's without TOEFL?+

Yes, once you are enrolled in a partner English Language School Pathway programme and meet the other requirements.

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Guide updated on 1 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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