University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Memorial University?

Memorial University asks undergraduates for TOEFL iBT or Home Edition 4.5 overall with 4.0 in Reading and Writing, or 83 overall with 20 in Reading and Writing on tests up to January 2026. Engineering adds a higher level. Graduate entry needs 4.0 on the new scale or 80 on the old one, rising to 4.5 or 92 for some programmes.
  • Guide updated · 1 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Memorial TOEFL minimums by level

From Memorial's undergraduate English proficiency tests page, the Faculty of Engineering English language requirements page and the graduate apply-to-Memorial page.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Undergraduate general admission4.5 overall, 4.0 in Reading and WritingTOEFL iBT or Home Edition
Undergraduate, tests up to January 202683 overall, 20 in Reading and Writing
Bachelor of Engineering (to sit the Engineering English Test)90; Reading 20, Listening 20, Speaking 25, Writing 25On top of general admission
Graduate (default)4.0 on the 1 to 6 scale; 80 on the 0 to 120 scaleUnless the programme states otherwise
Graduate programmes with higher requirements4.5 on the 1 to 6 scale; 92 on the 0 to 120 scaleListed on the programme page

How Memorial handles TOEFL scores

For undergraduate admission the test must be taken within two years before you apply and must be verifiable with the test provider. Engineering applicants who need a test must also complete the e-proctored Engineering English Test; its result affects only entry to the Bachelor of Engineering, not general admission. The pages give no institution code or MyBest policy.

For comparison, the undergraduate page sets IELTS Academic at 6.5 with at least 6 in Reading and Writing, and the graduate page sets IELTS Academic at 6.5 (7 for programmes with higher requirements).

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If your TOEFL score is below Memorial's level

Undergraduates who miss the minimum may be considered for early acceptance if they enrol in the Intensive English Program or Intensive English Bridge Program at Grenfell Campus. Graduate applicants may be considered for conditional admission pending completion of the Intensive English Program at Grenfell Campus.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Memorial University need?+

4.5 overall with 4.0 in Reading and Writing, or 83 with 20 in Reading and Writing on tests up to January 2026, for undergraduates.

What TOEFL score does Memorial Engineering need?+

90 overall with 20 in Reading and Listening and 25 in Speaking and Writing to qualify for the Engineering English Test.

What TOEFL score does Memorial graduate studies need?+

4.0 on the new scale or 80 on the old scale, or 4.5 or 92 for programmes with higher requirements.

Does Memorial accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+

Yes, for undergraduate general admission.

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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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