Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
NMBU TOEFL iBT minimums
From NMBU's English language requirements page.
| Level | TOEFL iBT or Home Edition | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor | 80 or 4.5 | IELTS 6.0 |
| Master | 92 or 5.0 | IELTS 7.0 |
| PhD | 92 or 5.0 | IELTS 7.0 |
Test rules at NMBU
NMBU's TOEFL institutional code is 8457. Test results cannot be older than two years, and all results are verified. Applicants with a lower score than the requirement will not be offered admission.
On the same page, IELTS Academic or IELTS Academic Online is 6.0 for bachelor's and 7.0 for master's and PhD, and One Skill Retake is not accepted.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
NMBU gives no conditional route on this page and says it will not offer admission below the listed score. Cambridge certificates are an alternative at the grades the page lists.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your NMBU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does NMBU need for a master's?+
TOEFL iBT 92, or 5.0 on the new scale.
What TOEFL score does NMBU need for a bachelor's?+
TOEFL iBT 80, or 4.5.
What is NMBU's TOEFL code?+
8457.
Does NMBU accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
Yes, at the same scores as the TOEFL iBT.
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