Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
FDU TOEFL minimums by route
From FDU's English proficiency page, its pathway programs page and the Pre-Master's Program page. The pathway tables apply to FDU's New Jersey campuses.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Regular (direct) admission | 70 or 4.5 | Undergraduate and graduate |
| Pre-Master's Program (graduate) | 60 or 4 | PMP page gives 60 to 69 |
| Pre-University Program (undergraduate) | 50 or 3.5 | One semester |
| Conditional admission | Not required | Online placement test sets your level |
How FDU handles TOEFL scores
You can apply with a copy of your results, but official scores must be reported before your first semester. Most new international students also take an English placement test during orientation, even some who were exempt at application.
For comparison, the English proficiency page lists IELTS 6 for direct admission, 5.5 for the Pre-Master's Program and 5 for the Pre-University Program.
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If your TOEFL score is below FDU's level
Applicants who meet every requirement except English can be admitted conditionally through the Pre-University or Pre-Master's Program, which teach English for Professional Success alongside regular courses. Graduate students with lower scores or no test start in the Intermediate Pre-Master's Program. If you skip the pathway, you need a new score at the regular level within one year of the conditional offer.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your FDU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does FDU need for direct admission?+
70 on the TOEFL iBT, or 4.5 on the new scale.
What TOEFL score do I need for FDU's Pre-Master's Program?+
60, or 4 on the new scale; the PMP page gives 60 to 69.
What TOEFL score do I need for FDU's Pre-University Program?+
50, or 3.5 on the new scale.
Can I get into FDU without a TOEFL score?+
Yes, through conditional admission, with an online placement test deciding your level of English study.
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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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