Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Florida State TOEFL minimums by level
From FSU's undergraduate English proficiency page and the Graduate School's international admissions page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 80 (before 21 January 2026) or 4.0 (on or after) | University minimum |
| Graduate | 80 (before 21 January 2026) or 4.0 (on or after) | Some departments require more; paper TOEFL 550 |
How Florida State handles TOEFL scores
Scores count as official only when the testing agency sends them directly to the admissions office, and they are no longer valid after two years. Neither page gives section minimums.
Graduate departments usually start reviewing with self-reported scores, entered on your Online Status Page after you apply, while the official scores arrive.
For comparison, both the undergraduate page and the graduate page set IELTS Academic at 6.5.
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If your TOEFL score is below Florida State's level
Graduate applicants can meet the requirement by completing Level 8 (Advanced) at FSU's Center for Intensive English Studies. The university-level requirement is waived for applicants with a bachelor's degree or higher from the US or an English-speaking country, though your department may still ask for proof of English.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Florida State programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Florida State need?+
80 for tests before 21 January 2026, or 4.0 on or after that date, for undergraduate and graduate admission.
Do FSU graduate departments ask for higher TOEFL scores?+
Some do. The 80 or 4.0 figure is the university minimum.
How long are TOEFL scores valid at Florida State?+
Two years. After that, the undergraduate page says they are no longer valid.
Can I skip the TOEFL with an intensive English course at FSU?+
Graduate applicants can use Level 8 at FSU's Center for Intensive English Studies instead.
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