Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Rose-Hulman TOEFL minimums by level
From the international undergraduate admissions page and the graduate studies application page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (tests on or after 21 Jan 2026) | 4.5 | At least 4 in each section |
| Undergraduate (tests before 21 Jan 2026) | 88 | At least 20 in each section |
| Graduate | 94 | Listening 22, Writing 22, Reading 26, Speaking 24 |
How Rose-Hulman handles TOEFL scores
Section minimums apply at both levels, so a strong total with one weak section will not meet the requirement. The graduate page gives its figures on the 0 to 120 scale only and does not state a 1 to 6 equivalent. Neither page gives an institution code or a validity period.
For comparison, undergraduates need IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each area, and the graduate page asks for IELTS 7 in each band.
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 Rose-Hulman's level
Undergraduates are exempt from TOEFL with 500 or higher on the SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing section or 21 or higher on the ACT English section. Duolingo (110) and PTE Academic (59) are also accepted for undergraduates. Neither page describes a conditional admission route.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Rose-Hulman programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Rose-Hulman require for undergraduates?+
4.5 with at least 4 per section, or 88 with at least 20 per section for tests before 21 January 2026.
What TOEFL score does Rose-Hulman require for graduate study?+
94 total, with Listening 22, Writing 22, Reading 26 and Speaking 24.
Can SAT or ACT replace TOEFL at Rose-Hulman?+
For undergraduates, yes: SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing of 500 or ACT English of 21.
Does Rose-Hulman set TOEFL section minimums?+
Yes, at both undergraduate and graduate level.
Keep reading
Related
- Rose-Hulman IELTS requirement
- Pittsburg State TOEFL requirement
- TOEFL score report explained
- The new TOEFL score scale (2026)
- All 4564 guides
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