Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Hokkaido MJSP TOEFL iBT minimum
From the MJSP application guidelines for 2028 enrolment (PDF).
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Modern Japanese Studies Program (undergraduate) | Band 4.5, or 79 on 0 to 120 | Home Edition accepted; Test Date Scores only |
Test rules at Hokkaido
The guide accepts the TOEFL iBT Home Edition and official or institutional score reports, but only Test Date Scores. Results must be from within two years of the online registration deadline, and ETS must send a copy electronically to the Office of Admissions by that deadline as well as you uploading one.
On the same guide, MJSP asks IELTS Academic 6.5 or higher.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
You do not need a test score if you will have completed secondary or higher education with English as the main language of instruction by 30 September 2027. Learning English as a school subject, even for four years or more, does not count.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Hokkaido programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Hokkaido University MJSP need?+
TOEFL iBT band score 4.5, or 79 on the 0 to 120 scale.
Does Hokkaido accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
Yes, for MJSP, on the same terms as the test centre version.
Does Hokkaido accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+
No. Only Test Date Scores are accepted.
How old can my TOEFL score be for Hokkaido MJSP?+
Within two years of the online registration deadline.
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