University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Nova Southeastern University?

Nova Southeastern University asks undergraduates for TOEFL iBT 4.0 on the new 1 to 6 scale. The College of Computing graduate page asks for 4.0, or 80 for tests taken before 21 January 2026, with institution code 5514. The business school asks for 79 iBT, now a 4 under the new scale, from a test no more than two years old.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Nova Southeastern TOEFL minimums by level and programme

From the undergraduate international admissions page, the College of Computing international admissions page and the business school graduate programmes page.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Undergraduate4.0 (1 to 6 scale)Internet-based test
College of Computing graduate4.0 (1 to 6 scale)80 on the 0 to 120 scale before 21 Jan 2026
Business graduate programmes79; 4 since 21 Jan 2026Computer-based 213, paper 550

How Nova Southeastern handles TOEFL scores

The College of Computing page says official results must go directly from the testing agency to Nova Southeastern University, and gives TOEFL institution code 5514. The business school page says test scores cannot be more than two years old and applies the test to applicants whose bachelor's or graduate degrees came from an institution where English is not the main language of instruction.

For comparison, all three pages set IELTS at 6.0.

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If your TOEFL score is below Nova Southeastern's level

Undergraduates can also meet the requirement by passing Level 4 or higher at TALK English Schools or ELS Level 112, or with a C or better in English Composition One at an accredited US college. Business graduate applicants can use ELS Level 112 or level 9 at TALK International with at least 85%, and computing applicants Level 5 with at least 85% at Talk International. A US bachelor's degree exempts graduate applicants.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Nova Southeastern programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Nova Southeastern require for undergraduates?+

4.0 on the new 1 to 6 scale, internet-based test.

What TOEFL score do Nova Southeastern computing graduate programmes need?+

4.0, or 80 on the 0 to 120 scale for tests taken before 21 January 2026.

What TOEFL score does the Nova Southeastern business school need?+

79 iBT, which the page says is a 4 under the scoring in use since 21 January 2026.

What is Nova Southeastern's TOEFL code?+

5514, per the College of Computing page.

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Guide updated on 1 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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