Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Osaka TOEFL iBT minimum
From the 2027 Human Sciences application guidelines for the International Undergraduate Degree Program.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Human Sciences IUDP, tests on or after 21 Jan 2026 | 4.5 | TOEFL iBT or Special Home Edition |
| Human Sciences IUDP, tests on or before 20 Jan 2026 | 85 | Within the two-year validity period |
Test rules at Osaka
Your TOEFL score must be obtained before 8 January 2027 and be within the two-year validity period. Submit it through ETS Data Manager using DI code B815 and send a copy with your application documents. Scores from TOEFL ITP and MyBest scores are not valid. If you submit a TOEFL Special Home Edition score, you will be interviewed if shortlisted.
In the same guidelines, IELTS Academic needs 6.5, generally with no component below 6.0.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
The guidelines say applicants can show English proficiency through school transcripts or one of the listed tests, so a test is not the only route.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Osaka University programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Osaka University need?+
For the Human Sciences International Undergraduate Degree Program, TOEFL iBT 4.5, or 85 for tests on or before 20 January 2026.
Does Osaka University accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
Yes, the TOEFL Special Home Edition is accepted, but shortlisted candidates who use it are interviewed.
What is Osaka University's TOEFL code?+
The Human Sciences programme uses DI code B815 through ETS Data Manager.
Does Osaka University accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+
No. MyBest scores and TOEFL ITP scores are not valid.
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