University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Jacksonville State University?

Jacksonville State University (JSU) asks undergraduates for TOEFL iBT 61 if the test was taken before 21 January 2026, or 3.5 if taken on or after that date. Graduate applicants need TOEFL iBT 79. Completing JSU's English Language Institute at Level 4 (undergraduate) or Level 6 (graduate) also meets the requirement.
  • Guide updated · 1 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Jacksonville State TOEFL minimums by level

From the English proficiency requirements page.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Undergraduate61 before 21 Jan 2026; 3.5 on or afterOr ELI completion at Level 4
Graduate79Or ELI completion at Level 6

How Jacksonville State handles TOEFL scores

The page lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS, PTE, iTEP and Duolingo as accepted tests. For undergraduates it gives the TOEFL figure on both scales by test date; for graduates it gives 79 only.

For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 5.5 for undergraduates and 6.0 for graduates.

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If your TOEFL score is below Jacksonville State's level

Completing the English Language Institute (ELI) at Level 4 meets the undergraduate requirement and Level 6 the graduate one. Students from the listed English-speaking countries are exempt from the test. Transfers bringing at least 24 academic credit hours from accredited US institutions may be exempt (by request to international admissions), as may graduate applicants with a bachelor's degree from an accredited US institution.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Jacksonville State require for undergraduates?+

61 for tests taken before 21 January 2026, or 3.5 for tests taken on or after that date.

What TOEFL score do Jacksonville State graduate programmes need?+

79 iBT.

Can I use the ELI instead of TOEFL at Jacksonville State?+

Yes. ELI completion at Level 4 meets the undergraduate requirement and Level 6 the graduate one.

Can transfer students skip TOEFL at Jacksonville State?+

Those transferring at least 24 academic credit hours from accredited US institutions may be exempt.

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