Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Montclair State TOEFL minimums by level
From the international first-year applicants page and the international graduate applicants page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First-year undergraduate | 4.0 (new version); 70 (old version) | |
| Graduate | 4.5 (new version); 83 (old version) | Official scores only |
How Montclair State handles TOEFL scores
Both pages give the TOEFL school code as 2520. The graduate page says unofficial score reports are not accepted and that proof of English-medium instruction alone is not sufficient for a waiver. Neither page mentions MyBest, Essentials, the Home Edition or validity.
For comparison, the first-year page sets IELTS at 6.0 and the graduate page sets IELTS at 6.5.
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If your TOEFL score is below Montclair State's level
First-year applicants can use SAT Reading and Writing 480 or ACT English 22 instead of an English test. Neither page describes conditional admission for applicants below the TOEFL level.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Montclair State programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Montclair State need for first-year applicants?+
4.0 on the new version or 70 on the old version.
What TOEFL score does Montclair State need for graduate study?+
4.5 on the new version or 83 on the old version.
What is Montclair State's TOEFL code?+
2520.
Does Montclair State accept unofficial TOEFL scores for graduate admission?+
No, official scores must come directly from the testing service.
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