Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Esade TOEFL iBT minimums
From Esade's MSc admissions page and its Full-Time MBA admissions page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Science programmes | 100, or 5.0 with 4.5 in each section | ETS institution code 0507 on the MSc page |
| Full-Time MBA | 100, or 5.0 with 4.5 in each section | ETS institution code 0884 on the MBA page |
Test rules at Esade
Both pages say English certificates must be taken within the last two years and that Esade only accepts official TOEFL scores sent directly from ETS. They also say the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition is accepted. Native English speakers and applicants whose bachelor's degree was taught entirely in English may be exempt.
For CEMS MIM candidates, the MSc page says secondary education is not accepted as English proof. On the same MSc page, IELTS Academic is 7.0.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
Neither page offers a conditional or pre-sessional route for a TOEFL score below 100. Other accepted certificates on both pages include Cambridge Advanced at B+, Cambridge Proficiency at C+ and PTE Academic at 68.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Esade programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Esade need?+
TOEFL iBT 100, or 5.0 on the new scale with at least 4.5 in each section, for MSc programmes and the Full-Time MBA.
What is Esade's TOEFL institution code?+
The MSc page gives 0507 and the Full-Time MBA page gives 0884.
How old can my TOEFL score be for Esade?+
Esade accepts English certificates taken within the last two years.
Does Esade accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
Yes. Both admissions pages say the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition is accepted.
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