Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
RWU TOEFL minimums by level
From the international undergraduate admissions requirements page and the international graduate applicants page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate direct admission (tests after 21 Jan 2026) | 4.0 | RWU TOEFL code 3729 |
| Undergraduate direct admission (tests before 21 Jan 2026) | 79 | |
| Undergraduate conditional admission | Below the standard or no score | Must prove English proficiency before the I-20 is issued |
| Graduate | 85 | Original score report released directly to RWU |
How RWU handles TOEFL scores
Undergraduate and transfer applicants send TOEFL scores to code 3729. Transfer applicants with no scores can still be considered for conditional admission, though RWU suggests sending scores for the best placement. Graduate scores must be official and released directly to RWU by the testing company. The graduate figure is given on the 0 to 120 scale only.
For comparison, both pages set IELTS at 6.5.
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. Where a page above gives only a 0 to 120 figure, that is the figure this guide reports.
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If your TOEFL score is below RWU's level
Undergraduates below the standard can be considered for conditional admission if they show English proficiency before the I-20 is issued; RWU's ESL partners include the Johnson & Wales University English Language & Culture Academy, ASC English and Boston International Academy. Undergraduate waivers include SAT EBRW of 550, ACT English of 20 or IB English of 6. For graduate study, ELS Level 112 counts only for the Master of Architecture.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your RWU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Roger Williams University require for undergraduates?+
4.0 for tests after 21 January 2026, or 79 for earlier tests.
What TOEFL score does RWU require for graduate study?+
85 on the iBT.
What is RWU's TOEFL code?+
3729.
Does RWU offer conditional admission?+
Yes, for undergraduates below the standard or without scores, if they show English proficiency before the I-20 is issued.
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Related
- Roger Williams University IELTS requirement
- RISD TOEFL requirement
- Quinnipiac TOEFL requirement
- The new TOEFL score scale (2026)
- All 4564 guides
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