Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Radboud University TOEFL iBT minimums
From Radboud's minimum score pages for bachelor's and pre-master's and master's programmes. Each page lists which programmes sit in which group.
| Level or group | TOEFL iBT (0 to 120) | TOEFL iBT (1 to 6) |
|---|---|---|
| Most bachelor's (e.g. Psychology, AI) | 80, all sections 20 | 4.5; reading and speaking 4, listening and writing 4.5 |
| Science and PPS bachelor's (e.g. Computing Science) | 90, all sections 20 | 4.5; reading and speaking 4, listening and writing 4.5 |
| Pre-master's | 80 or 90, all sections 20 | 4.5, same section profile |
| Most master's (e.g. Business Administration) | 90, all sections 22 | 4.5, all sections 4.5, listening 5 |
| Higher-level master's (e.g. AI, research master's) | 100, all sections 22 | 5.0, all sections 4.5, listening 5 |
Test rules at Radboud
Radboud does not accept the TOEFL Home Edition and does not take MyBest scores into consideration. TOEFL results are valid for two years after the test date and must still be valid on the date you enrol. The Admissions Board decides, based on your previous education, whether you need a test at all.
On the same pages, IELTS Academic is 6.0 with 6.0 in every part for most bachelor's, 6.5 for the science group, 6.5 with writing 6.5 for most master's, and 7.0 with 6.5 in every part for the higher master's group. IELTS Online is not accepted.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
The score pages list no conditional offer or pre-sessional course. Radboud accepts IELTS One Skill Retake, which could help if one IELTS section is your problem; it does not say the same for TOEFL.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Radboud programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Radboud University need?+
80 with 20 in each section for most bachelor's, 90 for science bachelor's, 90 with 22 per section for most master's and 100 for some.
Does Radboud accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
No. Radboud does not accept the TOEFL Home Edition.
Does Radboud accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+
No. MyBest scores are not taken into consideration.
How long is a TOEFL score valid for Radboud?+
Two years after the test date, and it must still be valid on your enrolment date.
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