Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Linköping University TOEFL iBT minimums
From LiU's master's entry requirements page and the University Admissions English page it links to.
| Level | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Master's (English 6) | 90, with 20 in the written test | LiU's own figure |
| Master's (English 6), tests from 21 Jan 2026 | 4.5, no section below 4 | University Admissions figure |
Test rules for Linköping
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.
On LiU's page, the matching IELTS Academic minimum is 6.5 overall with no section below 5.5.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
LiU's page lists no conditional offer. It says some applicants meet English 6 through upper secondary or earlier English-taught university studies, as set out by University Admissions.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your LiU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Linköping University need?+
TOEFL iBT 90 with 20 in the written test, for master's programmes at English 6.
What is the new-scale TOEFL minimum for Linköping?+
University Admissions sets English 6 at 4.5 with no section below 4 for tests from 21 January 2026.
Does Linköping accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
Yes. University Admissions accepts the Home Edition and Paper Edition, but not MyBest scores.
What IELTS score matches TOEFL 90 at Linköping?+
IELTS Academic 6.5 with no section below 5.5.
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