Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Fairfield TOEFL minimums by level
From Fairfield's international application requirements page, which covers first-year, graduate and transfer applicants.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate first-year | 4.5 (on or after 21 Jan 2026); 80 (before) | |
| Graduate | 4.5 (on or after 21 Jan 2026); 80 (before) | Programme requirements vary |
| Graduate: School of Education and Human Development | 84 | Reading 21, Writing 23; or 550 paper, 213 computer |
| Undergraduate transfer | 80 | Or 550 paper-based |
How Fairfield handles TOEFL scores
Fairfield requires official institutional score reports and does not accept student score reports. The transfer section gives only the 0 to 120 figure; see our guide to the new TOEFL score scale for how new reports also carry a 1 to 6 score.
For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 6.5, or 7.5 for the School of Education and Human Development.
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If your TOEFL score is below Fairfield's level
The page lists Duolingo as the other accepted test: 115 for first-year applicants and 105 for graduate and transfer applicants. Graduate application deadlines and requirements vary by programme.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Fairfield programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Fairfield University require?+
4.5 for TOEFL iBT tests on or after 21 January 2026, or 80 for earlier tests, for first-year and graduate applicants.
Which Fairfield programme has the highest TOEFL level?+
The School of Education and Human Development asks for 84 iBT with Reading 21 and Writing 23.
Does Fairfield accept student copies of TOEFL scores?+
No. Official institutional score reports are required.
What IELTS score does Fairfield ask for?+
6.5, or 7.5 for the School of Education and Human Development.
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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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