Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
LUT University TOEFL iBT minimums
From LUT's master's English proficiency page and its technology bachelor's regular admission criteria.
| Level | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| International master's programmes | 92, or 4.5 on the new TOEFL iBT | Home Edition and MyBest accepted |
| Technology bachelor's (regular admission) | 80, with 20 in writing | Home Edition accepted |
Test rules at LUT
For master's applicants, LUT says language test results are valid for two years from the test date and must stay valid for at least 15 days after you submit your application. TOEFL iBT results are verified electronically once you upload them. LUT does not accept certificates of English proficiency or statements that your studies were in English.
On the same pages, IELTS Academic is 6.5 for master's and 6.0 with 5.5 in writing for the bachelor's route; IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted for master's.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
LUT lists no conditional offer. Other routes on the master's page are a higher education degree taught in English in a listed country, or a degree taught in Finnish or Swedish in Finland.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your LUT programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does LUT University need for a master's?+
TOEFL iBT 92, or 4.5 on the new TOEFL iBT.
Does LUT accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+
Yes, as long as all the individual scores are still valid.
How long is TOEFL valid for LUT?+
Two years from the test date, and it must stay valid at least 15 days after you apply.
What TOEFL score does LUT need for a bachelor's?+
80 with at least 20 in writing for technology bachelor's in regular admission.
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