Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Nankai TOEFL minimum
From the graduate admission page and the international student FAQ on Nankai's School of International Education site.
| Level or programme | TOEFL minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| English-taught master's and PhD programmes | 85 | Or IELTS 6.0 |
| English-taught majors (FAQ, all levels) | 85 | Or IELTS 6.0 |
| Chinese-taught programmes | Not a TOEFL route | HSK 4 (180) undergraduate, HSK 5 (210) graduate |
Test rules at Nankai
The graduate page says the language requirements of some programmes follow special agreements, so a particular programme may differ. The FAQ says that in 2022 Nankai offered 12 all-English majors to international students.
On the same pages, the IELTS level is 6.0.
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. The page above gives only 0 to 120 figures, so that is what this guide reports.
Know your target? Check where you stand
Take a free AI-scored IELTS mock and see your score per skill before you book the real test. Free account, no card.
Take a free mock →Practise before you book: free IELTS mock test, IELTS reading practice, IELTS listening practice and IELTS speaking predictions.
If your TOEFL score falls short
Applicants who hold a degree from a university where classes are taught completely in English may submit a certificate from that university instead of a test score.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Nankai University programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Nankai University need?+
TOEFL 85 for English-taught programmes, or IELTS 6.0.
Can I apply to Nankai without TOEFL?+
Yes, if your previous degree was taught completely in English and your university provides a certificate confirming it.
How many English-taught majors does Nankai offer?+
The FAQ says that in 2022 it offered 12 all-English majors to international students: 9 master's and 3 doctoral.
Do Chinese-taught programmes at Nankai need TOEFL?+
No. They ask for HSK instead: level 4 with 180 for undergraduate and level 5 with 210 for graduate study.
Keep reading
Related
- Nankai University IELTS requirement
- Nanjing University TOEFL requirement
- TOEFL fee in China
- The new TOEFL 1 to 6 score scale (2026)
- All 5495 guides
Guide updated on 2 November 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.
© 2026 BandLadder. Written and checked by the BandLadder team. You may quote or cite this page with credit to BandLadder and a link to it; republishing it in full needs our written permission. Content use policy