University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Temple University Japan?

Temple University, Japan Campus asks undergraduate applicants for TOEFL iBT 4, or 79 on the previous scale, from a test taken within two years of applying. Scores of 53 to 78 can lead to conditional entry through the Bridge Program. Graduate levels are higher, and TUJ does not accept the Home Edition or MyBest scores for undergraduate entry.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

TUJ TOEFL minimums

From TUJ's undergraduate eligibility requirements, Bridge Program page, MS Ed in TESOL matriculation requirements and LLM admissions page.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Undergraduate4 (79 on the previous scale)TOEFL Essentials 8.5 or TUJ-run ITP 550 also accepted
Undergraduate Bridge Program (conditional)53 to 78, or 3.5Three levels by score and placement test
MS Ed in TESOL90 before 21 Jan 2026, or 4.5 from that dateTUJ ITP 575 also accepted
LLM88 before 21 Jan 2026, or 4.5 with no sub score below 4.0TUJ ITP 570 also accepted

Test rules at TUJ

For undergraduate entry, the test must be taken no earlier than two years before you apply. TUJ stopped accepting the TOEFL iBT Home Edition from the Summer 2024 semester, does not review MyBest scores, and only accepts TOEFL ITP tests it runs itself. The MS Ed page asks for a score no more than two years old and gives TUJ's TOEFL iBT institution code as 9698.

On the undergraduate page, the IELTS Academic minimum is 6.0. The MS Ed asks for IELTS 7.0 and the LLM for 6.5 with no individual score below 6.0.

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If your TOEFL score falls short

Undergraduate applicants with TOEFL iBT 53 to 78, or 3.5, may be admitted conditionally to the Bridge Program. Placement is by test score and TUJ's own placement test: Bridge 1 covers 53 to under 61, Bridge 2 covers 61 to under 71, and Bridge 3 covers 71 to under 79. You matriculate after passing Bridge 3, or earlier if a new score meets the direct-entry level. Below that, TUJ's Academic English Program is an option.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your TUJ programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Temple University Japan need?+

TOEFL iBT 4, or 79 on the previous scale, for undergraduate admission.

Does TUJ accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+

No. TUJ stopped accepting Home Edition scores from the Summer 2024 admission semester, and it does not review MyBest scores.

What if my TOEFL is below 79 for TUJ?+

Scores of 53 to 78, or 3.5, may qualify you for conditional entry through the Bridge Program.

What is TUJ's TOEFL code?+

The MS Ed page gives TUJ's TOEFL iBT institution code as 9698.

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Guide updated on 2 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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