University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Eastern Illinois University?

Eastern Illinois University asks international undergraduates for an internet-based TOEFL score of 61, or 500 on the paper-based test. Graduate applicants need 79 on the internet-based test, or 550 on paper. Students who plan to attend English as a Second Language training in the US can receive conditional admission for the following semester or year.
  • Guide updated · 1 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Eastern Illinois TOEFL minimums by level

From the undergraduate requirements page and the graduate requirements page.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Undergraduate61Paper-based TOEFL 500
Graduate79Paper-based TOEFL 550

How Eastern Illinois handles TOEFL scores

Both pages say the English requirement can be waived if you have completed 24 semester hours of academic credit at a US college or university, or ELS Level 112. Neither page gives a TOEFL institution code or a validity period. 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 undergraduate page sets IELTS at 6.0 and the graduate page at 6.5 on the Academic module.

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If your TOEFL score is below Eastern Illinois's level

The international FAQ says that if you plan to attend English as a Second Language training in the US, you can receive conditional admission for the following academic semester or year, and asks you to tell the international office. The same FAQ confirms the Duolingo English Test is accepted at 105.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Eastern Illinois require for undergraduates?+

61 on the internet-based test, or 500 on the paper-based test.

What TOEFL score does Eastern Illinois require for graduate study?+

79 on the internet-based test, or 550 on the paper-based test.

Does Eastern Illinois offer conditional admission?+

Yes, for students planning to attend ESL training in the US.

Can the TOEFL requirement be waived?+

Yes, for example after 24 semester hours at a US college or completion of ELS Level 112.

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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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