University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Illinois Tech?

Illinois Tech asks undergraduates for a TOEFL iBT score of 4.5 or above, or a legacy score of 80. Graduate applicants need 80 overall with 15 in each section for tests before 21 January 2026, or 4.5 overall with 4.5 in each section after. Applicants who fall short but meet other requirements may be offered conditional admission.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Illinois Tech TOEFL minimums by level

From Illinois Tech's undergraduate English proficiency page and graduate admission and English requirements page.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Undergraduate4.5 (legacy 80)Home Edition accepted
Graduate, test before 21 Jan 202680 overall, 15 per sectionValid two years
Graduate, test on or after 21 Jan 20264.5 overall, 4.5 per sectionValid two years

Illinois Tech's TOEFL rules

Illinois Tech's TOEFL code is 1318. TOEFL scores are valid for two years from the test date, MyBest scores are not accepted, and the Home Edition is accepted.

For comparison, the undergraduate page sets IELTS at 6.5, and the graduate page sets IELTS at 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each section.

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If your TOEFL score is below Illinois Tech's level

Applicants who meet the academic and financial requirements but not the English minimum may be offered conditional admission. Graduate applicants can be admitted on condition that they take English courses alongside their degree, as set by English Language Services, or that they first complete an intensive English programme. Undergraduates can be admitted after an intensive English programme at a partner institution.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Illinois Tech programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Illinois Tech require for undergraduates?+

4.5 or above, or a legacy score of 80.

What TOEFL score does Illinois Tech require for graduate admission?+

80 with 15 per section before 21 January 2026, or 4.5 with 4.5 per section after.

What is Illinois Tech's TOEFL code?+

1318.

Does Illinois Tech offer conditional admission?+

Yes, for applicants who meet academic and financial requirements but not the English minimum.

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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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