Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Richmond TOEFL minimums by level
From Richmond's undergraduate and postgraduate admissions pages.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate, test on or after 21 Jan 2026 | 4.5 | 4.0 in each component |
| Undergraduate, test before 21 Jan 2026 | 79 | Listening 17, reading 18, writing 17, speaking 20 |
| Postgraduate direct entry, on or after 21 Jan 2026 | 5.0 | 4.5 in each component |
| Postgraduate direct entry, before 21 Jan 2026 | 92 | Listening 21, reading 22, writing 21, speaking 23 |
| PG with a Preparatory Semester (e.g. MSc International Business Management) | 4.5, or 79 | Same as the undergraduate level |
How Richmond handles TOEFL scores
The undergraduate page says Richmond is not able to accept the TOEFL Home Edition; the postgraduate page does not repeat the point. Neither page states a TOEFL validity period, MyBest policy or institution code.
For comparison, the undergraduate page asks for Academic IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each component, and the postgraduate page asks for 6.5 with 6.0.
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If your TOEFL score is below Richmond's level
Richmond's MSc International Business Management and MSc Digital Marketing and Data Analytics with a Preparatory Semester accept the lower TOEFL level of 4.5 or 79. Richmond also lists alternative English qualifications on both pages.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Richmond programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Richmond need for undergraduate study?+
4.5 with 4.0 in each component, or 79 on a test before 21 January 2026.
What TOEFL score does a Richmond master's need?+
5.0 with 4.5 in each component, or 92, for direct entry.
Does Richmond accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
The undergraduate page says it does not.
Is there a lower TOEFL route for Richmond master's?+
Yes. Programmes with a Preparatory Semester accept 4.5, or 79.
Keep reading
Related
- Richmond IELTS requirement
- Northeastern University London TOEFL requirement
- St Mary's Twickenham TOEFL requirement
- The new TOEFL 1 to 6 score scale
- All 4564 guides
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