Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
NHH TOEFL iBT minimums
From NHH's MSc admission page.
| Programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MSc in Economics and Business Administration | 90, tests before 21 Jan 2026 | No section minimums stated |
| MSc in Economics and Business Administration | 4.5, tests from 21 Jan 2026 | Special Home Edition accepted |
Test rules at NHH
NHH accepts the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition but not MyBest scores. Scores must be shared through the ETS Data Manager to the institution listed as NHH Norwegian Schl Economics, programme code 0686. Scores may be no more than two years old at the application deadline, and only results issued electronically by the test provider are accepted.
On the same page, the IELTS Academic minimum is 6.5 overall, and IELTS Online is accepted.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
NHH offers no conditional route on this page. You are exempt if you have at least two years of full-time university study in Great Britain, Ireland, the USA, Canada, New Zealand or Australia, one year of full-time master's study taught in English, or upper secondary English comparable to a Norwegian grade 4. NHH says no other exemptions are considered.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your NHH programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does NHH need?+
TOEFL iBT 90 for tests before 21 January 2026, or 4.5 for tests from that date.
How do I send TOEFL scores to NHH?+
Through the ETS Data Manager to NHH Norwegian Schl Economics, programme code 0686.
Does NHH accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+
No. NHH accepts the Special Home Edition but not MyBest scores.
How old can my TOEFL be for NHH?+
No more than two years old at the application deadline.
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- NHH IELTS requirement
- NTNU TOEFL requirement
- TOEFL fee in Norway
- The new TOEFL 1 to 6 score scale (2026)
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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.
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