Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Montana State TOEFL minimums by level
From the undergraduate English proficiency page, the graduate English proficiency page, the Graduate School's international admissions policy and the agent FAQ.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 4 (iBT) | Agent FAQ gives 71 iBT; paper-based 525 |
| Graduate (Graduate School policy) | 80 (iBT) | University minimum |
| Graduate (graduate English page) | 4.2 (iBT) | Paper-based 550 |
| Graduate (your department) | Often higher | Especially with an assistantship |
How Montana State handles TOEFL scores
Scores must come directly from ETS. Enter the Montana State University code 4488 when you test, and allow about a month to register and another for results. The undergraduate page adds that section scores are also considered.
The Graduate School says most departments set higher scores than the minimum, especially for students offered funding through an assistantship, so check the programme page.
For comparison, the undergraduate page lists IELTS 6.0 and the Graduate School policy lists IELTS 6.5.
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If your TOEFL score is below Montana State's level
The agent FAQ says Montana State offers conditional admission at undergraduate level to students who have not taken the TOEFL or who score below the minimum. At graduate level there is generally no conditional admission, except a provisional process for government-sponsored applicants.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Montana State programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Montana State need for undergraduates?+
The undergraduate English page lists 4 on the iBT; the agent FAQ refers to a minimum of 71 iBT.
What TOEFL score does Montana State need for graduate study?+
The Graduate School sets 80 iBT, the graduate English page lists 4.2, and most departments ask for more.
What is Montana State's TOEFL code?+
4488.
Does Montana State offer conditional admission?+
Yes for undergraduates; generally not for graduate students except government-sponsored applicants.
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Related
- Montana State IELTS requirement
- University of Wyoming TOEFL requirement
- University of Idaho TOEFL requirement
- The new TOEFL 1 to 6 score scale
- All 3989 guides
Guide updated on 31 October 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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