Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Trent TOEFL minimums by level
From Trent's undergraduate English proficiency page and the graduate international applicants page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate, 2026 onwards | 4.5, minimum 4.0 in writing | TOEFL, TOEFL iBT and Special Home Edition listed |
| Undergraduate, pre-2026 | 86, minimum writing 20 | |
| Graduate, current scale | 4.5, minimum 4.5 writing and 4.0 speaking | iBT, Home Edition and Paper Edition accepted |
| Graduate, tests before 1 January 2026 | 93, minimum 22 in speaking and writing |
How Trent handles TOEFL scores
The graduate page gives Trent's institution number for official TOEFL results as 0896, asks for tests taken within the last 24 months at the time you submit your application, and says you must arrange for results to reach the School of Graduate Studies in time for deadlines. Trent reserves the right to ask any applicant for English results.
For comparison, both the undergraduate page and the graduate page ask IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0.
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If your TOEFL score is below Trent's level
Undergraduate applicants who do not meet the requirement can progress to Trent through alternate language training pathways with official partners, including the Oxford International Digital Institute (OIDI) online pathways English course. The graduate page lists no conditional TOEFL level.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Trent programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Trent need for undergraduates?+
4.5 overall with at least 4.0 in writing, or 86 with writing 20 on pre-2026 tests.
What TOEFL score does Trent graduate studies need?+
4.5 overall with 4.5 in writing and 4.0 in speaking, or 93 with 22 in speaking and writing for tests before 1 January 2026.
Does Trent accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
Yes. The graduate page lists the iBT Home Edition and Paper Edition, and the undergraduate page lists the Special Home Edition.
What is Trent's TOEFL institution number?+
0896, as given on the graduate page.
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