Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Jefferson TOEFL minimums
From Jefferson's first-year application page. The page covers undergraduate first-year entry; graduate programmes are not covered here.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First year, TOEFL iBT or Home Edition, before 21 Jan 2026 | 80 | No sub-score below 20 |
| First year, TOEFL iBT or Home Edition, on or after 21 Jan 2026 | 4.0 | No sub-score below 4 |
| First year, TOEFL Essentials | 8.5 | No sub-score below 8 |
How Jefferson handles TOEFL scores
Exam results must be dated within two years of the date you submit your application. The TOEFL iBT and iBT Home Edition share the same minimums.
For comparison, the same page asks for IELTS 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.
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If your TOEFL score is below Jefferson's level
Applicants without an exam waiver can instead complete ELS Education Services Level 112, or English Composition 1 and 2 at a US college or university with a C or better. Waivers apply to students from countries where English is the official language and to those with three or more years of US high school study and a US diploma.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Jefferson programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Thomas Jefferson University require?+
80 with no sub-score below 20, or 4.0 with no sub-score below 4 for tests from 21 January 2026.
Does Jefferson accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
Yes, at the same minimums as the TOEFL iBT.
Does Jefferson accept TOEFL Essentials?+
Yes, with a minimum of 8.5 and no sub-score below 8.
How old can my TOEFL score be?+
Results must be dated within two years of application submission.
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