Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Hanze TOEFL iBT minimums
From Hanze's language requirements page. Some master's programmes set stricter scores, so check the programme page too.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor and master, test before 21 January 2026 | 80, no section below 17 | General minimum |
| Bachelor and master, test on or after 21 January 2026 | 4.5, no section below 4.5 | General minimum |
| Some master's programmes | Higher | See the programme page |
Test rules at Hanze
Test scores more than two years old at the start of the programme are not accepted. Hanze does not accept online certificates such as the TOEFL iBT Home Edition, except in exceptional circumstances reviewed internally. All scores must include reading, writing, listening and speaking. For bachelor's admission, name Hanze in your ETS test taker profile using institution code 2165.
On the same page, the general IELTS Academic level is 6.0 for bachelor's and 6.0 or 6.5 for master's, depending on the programme.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
The page lists exemptions from the English test but no conditional offer or pre-sessional course. Master's applicants are told to check their programme's page for exemptions.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Hanze programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Hanze University need?+
TOEFL iBT 80 with no section below 17 for older tests, or 4.5 with no section below 4.5 for tests from 21 January 2026.
Does Hanze accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
No, except in exceptional circumstances reviewed internally.
What is Hanze's TOEFL institution code?+
2165.
How old can my TOEFL score be for Hanze?+
No more than two years old at the start of the programme.
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