Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
POSTECH TOEFL minimums
From POSTECH's Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 graduate admissions guide for international students (General Graduate School, second round).
| Level or programme | TOEFL minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General Graduate School (master's and PhD) | iBT 79 | Home Edition and MyBest accepted |
| General Graduate School, paper-based | PBT 550 | As listed in the guide |
Test rules at POSTECH
Scores must be valid at the time of applying, and test scores released after the application deadline are not accepted. Request that ETS send the official report to POSTECH's admissions office with institution code 0329; department codes are not needed. Of institutional tests, only one organised by POSTECH is accepted.
In the same guide, IELTS needs 6.0.
TOEFL iBT score reports issued since January 2026 also carry a 1 to 6 band score alongside the 0 to 120 total; see our guide to the new TOEFL score scale. The page above gives only 0 to 120 figures, so that is what this guide reports.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
A certificate of English as the medium of instruction, bearing the institution's seal and showing all courses were completed in English, can replace the test. Graduates of universities in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, Great Britain, South Africa or the United States are exempt.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your POSTECH programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does POSTECH need?+
TOEFL iBT 79, or PBT 550, for the General Graduate School.
Does POSTECH accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+
Yes. The guide says the TOEFL iBT Home Edition and MyBest scores are accepted.
What is POSTECH's TOEFL institution code?+
0329. Department code numbers are not necessary.
Can I skip TOEFL for POSTECH?+
Yes, with a sealed certificate showing your degree was taught entirely in English, or a degree from one of the listed English-speaking countries.
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Guide updated on 2 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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