University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Colorado State University?

Colorado State University's undergraduate direct-admission minimum is TOEFL iBT 4.0, or 72 on tests before January 2026. The Graduate School's clear-admission minimum is 4.5, or 80 on older tests, and graduate applicants can be considered for conditional admission from 3.5 (50). CSU's graduate catalogue accepts TOEFL MyBest scores.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Colorado State TOEFL minimums by level

From the international admissions English proficiency page, the Graduate School English proficiency page, the graduate bulletin and Computer Science graduate admissions.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Undergraduate direct admission4.0 (after January 2026); 72 (before)CSU accepts both score types
Graduate clear admission4.5 (after January 2026); 80 (before)Departments may require more
Graduate conditional admission3.5 (from January 2026); 50 (older tests)For applicants below the clear level
Computer Science graduate degrees92Department page also restates 80 or 4.5 as the minimum

How Colorado State handles TOEFL scores

The graduate bulletin accepts TOEFL scores including the TOEFL MyBest score, from within two years of the application date. Send scores to institution code 4075. The undergraduate page says the paper-based TOEFL can be considered case by case.

The bulletin notes that some departments set stricter or extra English requirements, especially for applicants seeking graduate teaching assistantships.

For comparison, the Graduate School page sets IELTS Academic at 6.5, and the undergraduate page sets IELTS Academic at 6.0.

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If your TOEFL score is below Colorado State's level

Undergraduates who meet the academic standards without a qualifying score can be considered for conditional admission and study in CSU's Intensive English Program until they complete the Academic English Program or reach the required score. Graduate applicants with TOEFL 3.5 (50 on older tests) or more can be considered for conditional admission.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Colorado State require for undergraduates?+

4.0 on the new scale, or 72 for tests before January 2026.

What TOEFL score does Colorado State require for graduate school?+

4.5 for clear admission, or 80 on older tests.

Does Colorado State accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+

Yes. The graduate bulletin includes the TOEFL MyBest score.

What is Colorado State's TOEFL code?+

4075.

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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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