Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Saint Mary's TOEFL minimums by level
From Saint Mary's undergraduate language requirements page and the graduate studies language requirements page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate, tests after January 2026 | 4.5 in listening, no other band below 4.0 | No overall figure stated |
| Undergraduate, tests January 2026 or earlier | iBT 83, no band below 20 | Or 550 paper-based |
| Graduate, university minimum | Same as undergraduate | Code 0958 |
| Graduate, higher-requirement programmes | Set by programme | Including Master of Applied Economics, MTEI, MBA and PhD Business Administration |
How Saint Mary's handles TOEFL scores
The graduate page gives 0958 as the TOEFL code for Saint Mary's, says scores older than two years are not acceptable, and states that all scores must be from one exam date, not combined with other exam dates. It asks you to upload your test-taker copy so the team can validate it, and links a list of minimum IELTS and TOEFL scores by programme.
For comparison, the undergraduate page and the graduate page both ask IELTS 6.5 with no individual score below 6.0.
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If your TOEFL score is below Saint Mary's level
For undergraduate entry, completing a university preparatory English programme at a Languages Canada-accredited school recognised by Saint Mary's, such as ALCC, ACLA, CLLC, HLIC, ILI or OICC, is an alternative to a test. The graduate page says university English preparation courses from another institution do not meet the requirement.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Saint Mary's programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Saint Mary's University need?+
For tests after January 2026, 4.5 in listening and no other band below 4.0. Earlier tests need iBT 83 with no band below 20.
Does Saint Mary's accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+
The graduate page says all scores must be from one exam date and not combined with other dates.
What is Saint Mary's TOEFL code?+
0958.
How old can a TOEFL score be for Saint Mary's graduate studies?+
No more than two years.
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