Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Missouri State TOEFL minimums by level
From the English proficiency requirements page and the international graduate application page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (CEFR low B2) | 61 and up | A section below 15 means a first-semester LCR 297 or LCR 397 course |
| Undergraduate (CEFR high B1) | 42 to 60 | Full admission with prescribed first-semester English courses |
| Graduate (CEFR high B2) | 79 and up | A section below 15 means a first-semester LCR 297 or LCR 397 course |
How Missouri State handles TOEFL scores
Scores must come from the same testing session on a single test report. You upload your proof of English to the application portal and also send official scores through the testing portal to school code 6665. The university policy sets a minimum of CEFR B2 for undergraduate study and B2+ for graduate study.
For comparison, the same pages set IELTS at 5.5 for undergraduates and 6.0 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 Missouri State's level
The high B1 route lets undergraduates with TOEFL iBT 42 to 60 enrol in full, provided they meet every other admission requirement and take the prescribed English courses in their first semester. Applicants from an accredited English-medium secondary or post-secondary institution may be exempt at the discretion of the Office of International Services.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Missouri State programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Missouri State require for undergraduates?+
61 for standard admission, or 42 to 60 for full admission with prescribed English courses.
What TOEFL score do Missouri State graduate programmes need?+
79 and up.
Does Missouri State superscore TOEFL?+
No. Scores must come from the same testing session on a single report.
What is Missouri State's TOEFL code?+
6665.
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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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