University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Lindenwood University?

Lindenwood University asks international first-year and transfer undergraduates for a minimum TOEFL score of 61, as one of several test options that also include the ACT and SAT. Graduate applicants need a minimum TOEFL score of 81. Scores must be sent directly from the testing company; emailed or uploaded copies are not treated as official.
  • Guide updated · 1 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Lindenwood TOEFL minimums by level

From the international admissions requirements page.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
First-year undergraduate61One of ACT, SAT, TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo
Transfer undergraduate61
Graduate81

How Lindenwood handles TOEFL scores

The page says Lindenwood requires one of the listed tests and will not accept emailed or uploaded copies as official. Applicants from listed English-speaking countries are exempt.

For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 5.5 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduates.

TOEFL iBT score reports issued since January 2026 also carry a 1 to 6 band score alongside the 0 to 120 total; see our guide to the new TOEFL score scale. Where a page above gives only a 0 to 120 figure, that is the figure this guide reports.

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If your TOEFL score is below Lindenwood's level

The page does not describe conditional admission or an English pathway. Undergraduates can instead meet the test requirement with ACT 20 or SAT 1020.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Lindenwood require for undergraduates?+

61.

What TOEFL score does Lindenwood require for graduate study?+

81.

Can I send Lindenwood a copy of my TOEFL score?+

No. Scores must come directly from the testing company.

What IELTS score does Lindenwood require?+

5.5 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduates.

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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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