University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Texas State University?

Texas State University asks undergraduates for a TOEFL iBT total of 78, with 19 in each section except 18 in Writing, or a total of 4 with 4 in each section on the updated 6-point scale. The Graduate College's regular admission level is also 78, or 4 on tests after 21 January 2026. TOEFL Essentials is accepted at 8.5.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Texas State TOEFL minimums by level

From Texas State's international undergraduate admission requirements and the Graduate College's English proficiency page.

Level or programmeTOEFL minimumNotes
Undergraduate (TOEFL iBT, 0 to 120 scale)Total 7819 in each section, except Writing 18
Undergraduate (updated 6-point scale)Total 44 in each section
Undergraduate (TOEFL Essentials)8.5 overall
Graduate regular admission (TOEFL iBT)78 (on or before 21 Jan 2026) or 4 (after)Some programmes set section minimums
Graduate (TOEFL Essentials)8.5 overall

How Texas State handles TOEFL scores

Undergraduate scores are accepted only if sent directly from the testing service; Texas State's TOEFL school code is 006667. At both levels, scores older than two years or from a single-skill exam are not accepted. The Graduate College does not accept MyBest scores, so minimums must be met in a single exam.

For all teacher and professional certification programmes, the Texas Education Agency requires a TOEFL iBT score regardless of home country.

For comparison, the undergraduate page and the Graduate College page both set IELTS at 6.5 with 6.0 sections.

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If your TOEFL score is below Texas State's level

Neither page describes conditional admission. Undergraduates can meet the requirement through three full years of regular English at an accredited US high school, or 30 or more transferable credits including College Writing I and II with grades of C or higher. Graduate applicants with a degree from a listed exempt country are automatically exempt; degrees earned only in India, Nepal, Cameroon or Zimbabwe still need a test.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Texas State need for undergraduates?+

A total of 78 with 19 per section (18 in Writing), or 4 with 4 in each section on the updated scale.

What TOEFL score does the Texas State Graduate College need?+

78 on tests on or before 21 January 2026, or 4 on tests after it.

Does Texas State accept TOEFL MyBest?+

No. The Graduate College requires minimums to be met in a single exam.

What is Texas State's TOEFL code?+

006667.

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Guide updated on 31 October 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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