University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for OsloMet?

OsloMet asks international master's applicants for TOEFL iBT 80 with at least 20 in reading, listening, speaking and writing, or 4.5 with at least 4 in each section for tests from 21 January 2026. It accepts the iBT Home Edition and MyBest scores. ETS must send your score electronically using OsloMet's TOEFL code 6531.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

OsloMet TOEFL iBT minimums

From OsloMet's English proficiency requirements for master's.

LevelTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
International master's80, with 20 in each sectioniBT or Home Edition
International master's, from 21 Jan 20264.5, with 4 in each sectionMyBest accepted

Test rules at OsloMet

OsloMet accepts the TOEFL iBT, the iBT Home Edition and MyBest scores. Upload a copy of your result in Søknadsweb and have ETS send the score electronically; OsloMet's TOEFL code is 6531.

On the same page, IELTS Academic or IELTS Online is 6 overall with 6 in each component, and IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted.

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If your TOEFL score falls short

OsloMet lists no conditional route. You do not need a test if you completed upper secondary school in a listed English-speaking country, or at least one year of university study in English in the UK, the USA, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand or Australia, among other exemptions on the page.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does OsloMet need?+

TOEFL iBT 80 with 20 in each section, or 4.5 with 4 in each section from 21 January 2026.

What is OsloMet's TOEFL code?+

6531.

Does OsloMet accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+

Yes. OsloMet accepts MyBest scores and the iBT Home Edition.

What IELTS score matches TOEFL 80 at OsloMet?+

IELTS Academic 6 with 6 in each component.

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