Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Capital TOEFL minimums by level
From Capital's English proficiency page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 71 overall | Paper-based 530 with Reading and Listening 50 |
| Graduate (most programmes) | 80 | |
| ABSN and Law | 100 |
How Capital handles TOEFL scores
Undergraduate TOEFL scores must be official and come directly from the testing agency. Self-uploaded TOEFL scores are not treated as official. English test scores must be from the last two years. The page does not state a MyBest or Home Edition rule.
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.
For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 6.0 for undergraduates, 6.5 for most graduate programmes and 7.0 for the ABSN and Law.
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If your TOEFL score is below Capital's level
Students admitted to the ESL/Intensive English Program do not need a test score, but elementary proficiency is required, and the programme gives the institutional paper-based TOEFL to enrolled students at the end of each term. Graduate applicants are asked to confirm their exact requirement with their admissions counsellor.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Capital programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Capital University require for undergraduates?+
71 overall on the TOEFL iBT.
What TOEFL score does Capital require for graduate study?+
80 for most programmes, and 100 for the ABSN and Law.
How old can my TOEFL score be for Capital?+
It must be from the last two years.
Can I enter Capital without a TOEFL score?+
Only through the ESL/Intensive English Program, which needs elementary proficiency but no test score.
Keep reading
Related
- Capital IELTS requirement
- Columbia College TOEFL requirement
- The new TOEFL score scale (2026)
- What is a good TOEFL score?
- All 3989 guides
Guide updated on 31 October 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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