University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Lehigh University?

Lehigh University sets graduate TOEFL iBT minimums by college, from 81 (4 on the new scale) in the Rossin College of Engineering to 94 (5) in Arts and Sciences and Health, each with section minimums. Undergraduate admissions gives guidance rather than a fixed minimum: 95+ before 21 January 2026, or 5.5+ from that date, indicates strong proficiency. The code is 2365.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Lehigh TOEFL minimums by level

Graduate figures are from the graduate English proficiency page; undergraduate guidance is from the international students page. Old scale is 0 to 120; new scale is 1 to 6.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Graduate: Arts and Sciences94 old scale; 5 new scaleOld: R25 L20 S24 W25. New: R5 L4.5 S4.5 W5
Graduate: Business94 old scale; 4.5 new scaleOld: R25 L20 S24 W25. New: 4.5 in every section
Graduate: Education90 old scale; 5 new scaleOld: R23 L20 S26 W24. New: R4.5 L4.5 S5 W5
Graduate: Health94 old scale; 5 new scaleOld: R25 L20 S24 W25. New: R5 L4.5 S4.5 W5
Graduate: Rossin College of Engineering81 old scale; 4 new scaleOld: R20 L16 S22 W20. New: 4 in every section
Undergraduate (guidance)95+ before 21 Jan 2026; 5.5+ from 21 Jan 202686 to 94, or 4.0 to 5.0, may suggest a need for extra English support

How Lehigh handles TOEFL scores

For unconditional graduate admission you must meet every section minimum and the composite. The graduate page accepts TOEFL iBT, the Paper Edition (if under two years old), TOEFL Essentials (an interview may be required) and MyBest scores obtained within six months of application, though some programmes may not accept MyBest. Scores are valid for two years and must stay valid until the I-20 is issued. Lehigh's institutional code is 2365.

Graduate teaching assistants in doctoral and research master's programmes may need an extra English assessment through ICAPE before teaching, under Pennsylvania Act 76. The undergraduate page prefers TOEFL and IELTS and considers the TOEFL iBT Home Edition if those are unavailable.

For comparison, the graduate page sets IELTS at 6.5 overall for Arts and Sciences and Engineering, with section minimums.

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If your TOEFL score is below Lehigh's level

The graduate page says applicants below the minimums may be considered for admission with conditional English enhancement training required. Specific programmes may set higher scores than the college minimums.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Lehigh require for graduate engineering?+

81 on the old scale or 4 on the new scale, with section minimums.

Does Lehigh set a TOEFL minimum for undergraduates?+

No fixed minimum is stated. Scores of 95+ (or 5.5+ from 21 January 2026) indicate strong proficiency.

Does Lehigh accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+

For graduate study, yes, if obtained within six months of application, though some programmes may not accept them.

What is Lehigh's TOEFL code?+

2365.

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Guide updated on 1 November 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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