Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Shenandoah TOEFL minimums by programme
Shenandoah gives the same figures on its international first-year page and its international graduate application page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Most programmes, test before 21 Jan 2026 | 79 | Within two years of submission |
| Nursing, Health Professions, Music Therapy, test before 21 Jan 2026 | 83 | Within two years of submission |
| All programmes, test on or after 21 Jan 2026 | 4.5 | Within two years of submission |
How Shenandoah handles TOEFL scores
Both pages also accept the TOEFL Paper-delivered test with 21 or higher in each section, or 24 for the School of Nursing and School of Health Professions. The graduate page notes that centralised application services (CASPA, ATCAS, OTCAS, PTCAS and PharmCAS) take only official TOEFL and IELTS scores.
For comparison, both pages set IELTS at 6.5.
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If your TOEFL score is below Shenandoah's level
For some graduate programmes a licence can stand as proof of English. U.S.-licensed pharmacists applying to the Post-Professional PharmD can submit their active licence, and Post-Professional Physical Therapy applicants licensed in a state that requires a TOEFL score for the NPTE meet the requirement.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Shenandoah programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Shenandoah require?+
79 on tests before 21 January 2026 (83 for nursing, health professions and music therapy), or 4.5 after.
How old can my TOEFL score be for Shenandoah?+
The test must be taken within two years of submission.
Does Shenandoah accept the TOEFL Paper-delivered test?+
Yes, with 21 in each section, or 24 for nursing and health professions.
What IELTS score does Shenandoah accept?+
6.5.
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Guide updated on 1 November 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.
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