Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Nicholls TOEFL minimums by level
From the international first-time freshmen page and the international graduate students page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (first-time freshmen) | 4.0 (80) | |
| Graduate | 4.0 (80) |
How Nicholls handles TOEFL scores
Both pages give a single TOEFL figure with the 0 to 120 equivalent in brackets, and no section minimums or TOEFL institution code. The freshman page waives the requirement for international transfer students from US schools who completed the equivalent of English 101.
For comparison, both pages set IELTS at 6.5.
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If your TOEFL score is below Nicholls's level
Neither page describes conditional admission. Both accept ELS Level 112 completion, and the freshman page also accepts SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 500, ACT English 18 or an ACCUPLACER Next-Generation Writing score of 250.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Nicholls programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Nicholls State require?+
4.0, which both pages show as 4.0 (80).
Is the TOEFL requirement the same for Nicholls graduate study?+
Yes. The graduate page also lists 4.0 (80).
Can ELS replace TOEFL at Nicholls?+
Yes. Completion of ELS Level 112 is accepted.
What IELTS score does Nicholls accept?+
6.5.
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- Nicholls State IELTS requirement
- Midwestern State TOEFL requirement
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