Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
University of Idaho TOEFL minimums by level
From the international admissions page and the graduate international admission requirements page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate, test before 21 Jan 2026 | 70 | 0 to 120 scale |
| Undergraduate, test after 21 Jan 2026 | 4.0 | 1 to 6 scale |
| Graduate, test before 21 Jan 2026 | 79 | Some programmes ask for more |
| Graduate, test on or after 21 Jan 2026 | 4.5 | 1 to 6 scale |
How the University of Idaho handles TOEFL scores
Both pages say tests must be taken within two years of the semester for which you are applying. The graduate page notes that some programmes set a higher requirement, so check your department as well.
For comparison, the undergraduate page asks for IELTS 6.0 and the graduate page asks for IELTS 6.5.
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If your TOEFL score is below the University of Idaho's level
Undergraduates can meet the requirement by completing the American Language and Culture Program (ALCP). Selected graduate programmes, including computer science, cybersecurity, electrical engineering and physics, can admit academically qualified applicants with pending English proficiency; you study in the ALCP and need to meet the requirement within two years. The graduate page warns that these places are competitive and not offered every term.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your University of Idaho programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does the University of Idaho need for undergraduates?+
70 for tests before 21 January 2026, or 4.0 for later tests.
What TOEFL score do University of Idaho graduate programmes need?+
79, or 4.5 on the new scale, and some programmes ask for more.
How old can my TOEFL score be?+
It must be taken within two years of the semester you apply for.
Can I be admitted to a graduate programme with a lower score?+
Selected programmes admit students with pending English proficiency, who then study in the ALCP.
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