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KTH TOEFL iBT minimums
KTH's master's entry requirements page asks for English equivalent to English 6 and names a TOEFL score of 4.5. The detail by test date is on the University Admissions English requirements page that KTH links to.
| Level | TOEFL iBT from 21 Jan 2026 | TOEFL iBT up to 20 Jan 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| English 6 (KTH master's standard) | 4.5, no section below 4 | 90, with 20 in the written test |
| English 7 (higher-level programmes) | 5, no section below 4.5 | 100, with 20 in the written test |
Test rules for KTH
University Admissions in Sweden, which checks English for Swedish universities, accepts the TOEFL iBT, the Home Edition and the Paper Edition, but not TOEFL ITP, MyBest scores, Institutional TOEFL, TOEFL Essentials or Examinee Score Records. It verifies scores online, which it says is possible for up to two years after the test date. On the same page, English 6 is 90 with 20 in the written test for results up to 20 January 2026, or 4.5 with no section below 4 from 21 January 2026; English 7 is 100 with 20 in writing, or 5 with no section below 4.5.
KTH says you may also meet the requirement through upper secondary or university studies, depending on the country where you studied.
On KTH's page, the matching IELTS example is an overall score of 6.5.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
KTH's page describes no conditional offer or pre-sessional English route; you need to meet English 6 by the documentation deadline. Each programme's specific requirements are listed from the same page.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your KTH programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does KTH need?+
English 6: TOEFL iBT 4.5 with no section below 4 for tests from 21 January 2026, or 90 with 20 in writing for earlier tests.
Does KTH accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
Yes. University Admissions in Sweden accepts the TOEFL iBT, Home Edition and Paper Edition.
Does KTH accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+
No. University Admissions does not accept MyBest scores, TOEFL ITP or TOEFL Essentials.
How long is a TOEFL score usable for KTH?+
University Admissions says TOEFL can be verified for up to two years after the test date.
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