Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Kean TOEFL minimums by level
From the international freshmen page, the international transfer page and the international graduate applicants page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Freshman | 79; 4 (tests after 21 Jan 2026) | 550 paper-based |
| Transfer | 79; 4 (tests after 21 Jan 2026) | 550 paper-based |
| Graduate | 79; 4 (tests after 21 Jan 2026) | 550 paper-based |
How Kean handles TOEFL scores
All three pages say scores must be from tests taken within the past two years and sent directly from the testing agency. Applicants to fully online programmes are not eligible for English proficiency waivers.
For comparison, all three pages set IELTS at 6.0.
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If your TOEFL score is below Kean's level
The pages do not describe conditional admission. Undergraduates may request a waiver with proof of English-medium secondary schooling, and graduate applicants with proof of an English-medium or US bachelor's or master's degree.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Kean programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Kean University require?+
79 on the iBT (550 paper-based), or a total of 4 for tests after 21 January 2026.
Is the TOEFL requirement the same for graduate study at Kean?+
Yes. The graduate page gives the same figures.
How old can my TOEFL score be for Kean?+
Tests must have been taken within the past two years.
What IELTS score does Kean require?+
6.0.
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