Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Mercy TOEFL minimums by level
From Mercy's international admissions page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 4 (on or after 21 Jan 2026); 71 (before 21 Jan 2026) | |
| Graduate | 4.5 (on or after 21 Jan 2026); 80 (before 21 Jan 2026) | Some programmes have extra prerequisites |
How Mercy handles TOEFL scores
The page gives no section minimums or institution code. Applicants from listed countries can have the English requirement waived, and Scandinavian applicants get a TOEFL waiver with set English grades: 6 or higher at A-level or 9 at B-level in Denmark, 4 or higher in Norway, and VG or higher in Sweden.
For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 6.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduates.
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If your TOEFL score is below Mercy's level
Bachelor's applicants who fall below the TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo level but are academically qualified can be admitted conditionally through the on-site ESL programme run by Oxford International - New York, or through approved schools such as EF New York, ELS and EC English. Completing the ESL programme at CEFR B2 or higher meets the requirement without a TOEFL retake.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Mercy programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Mercy University require for undergraduates?+
4 for tests on or after 21 January 2026, or 71 for earlier tests.
What TOEFL score do Mercy graduate programmes need?+
4.5, or 80 for tests taken before 21 January 2026.
Does Mercy offer conditional admission?+
Yes, for bachelor's degrees only, through approved ESL programmes.
Do I need to retake TOEFL after Mercy's ESL programme?+
No. Successful completion at CEFR B2 or higher meets the requirement.
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