Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
PLNU TOEFL minimums
From the undergraduate checklists and deadlines page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (tests on or after 21 Jan 2026) | 4 | Official proof of English proficiency |
| Undergraduate (tests before 21 Jan 2026) | 80 |
How PLNU handles TOEFL scores
International applicants submit a TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test score as official proof of English proficiency. Students in countries where test centres are closed may submit an IELTS Indicator score. The page gives codes for the SAT and ACT but not for TOEFL, and no validity period.
For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 6.5.
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If your TOEFL score is below PLNU's level
TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo scores can be waived if you take the SAT or ACT. Your admissions counsellor can also waive the test if your high school was primarily taught in English, English is your native language, or you completed a college composition course at a US college with a C or better.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your PLNU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Point Loma Nazarene require?+
4 for tests on or after 21 January 2026, or 80 for earlier tests.
Can SAT or ACT replace TOEFL at PLNU?+
Yes. The page says TOEFL can be waived if you take the SAT or ACT.
Does PLNU accept IELTS instead of TOEFL?+
Yes, at 6.5, and IELTS Indicator where test centres are closed.
Who can get a TOEFL waiver at PLNU?+
Students whose high school taught mainly in English, native English speakers, and those with a C or better in a US college composition course.
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Related
- Point Loma Nazarene IELTS requirement
- Pepperdine TOEFL requirement
- Sacramento State TOEFL requirement
- The new TOEFL score scale (2026)
- All 4564 guides
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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