Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
University of Miami TOEFL levels
From the undergraduate English proficiency requirements page and the Graduate School's international applicants page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Competitive applicants score above 80 (before 21 January 2026) or 4.5 (after) | Includes Paper Edition and Home Edition |
| Graduate | 80 (before 21 January 2026) or 4.5 (after) | Some programmes require higher |
How the University of Miami handles TOEFL scores
Undergraduate scores must be official and sent directly by the testing agency to TOEFL code C730. TOEFL results are valid for two years from the original exam date; older scores mean a new test. Results from November or January tests may not arrive in time for some application rounds.
The Graduate School accepts official TOEFL iBT Home Edition results but not TOEFL Essentials, and tells applicants to contact the programme's admissions representative about higher minimums.
For comparison, the undergraduate page gives IELTS 6.5, and the graduate page sets an IELTS Academic minimum of 6.5.
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If your TOEFL score is below the University of Miami's level
Academically qualified undergraduate applicants who miss the English requirement may be offered admission for the following year if they complete level five of the University of Miami Intensive English Program within one year. To be considered, you must send official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo results during the application. Graduate applicants may have the requirement waived with a degree from the US, a listed country or an English-medium institution.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your University of Miami 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 Miami need for graduate study?+
80 for tests before 21 January 2026, or 4.5 after that date. Some programmes ask for more.
What TOEFL score do University of Miami undergraduates need?+
Competitive applicants generally score above 80, or above 4.5 on tests after 21 January 2026.
Does the University of Miami accept TOEFL Essentials?+
No. Both undergraduate and graduate admissions say they do not accept TOEFL Essentials.
What is the University of Miami's TOEFL code?+
C730 for undergraduate admissions.
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