Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Mizzou TOEFL minimums by level
From the undergraduate English language requirements and the Graduate School international applicants page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (most colleges) | 4.5, no section below 4.0 | 79 with no section below 17 on older tests |
| College of Education and Human Development; School of Journalism | 5.0, no section below 4.0 | Higher undergraduate level |
| School of Nursing | 4.5, sections 4.0, Speaking 5.0 | Speaking 26 on older tests |
| Graduate (university minimum) | 4.5, each section 4 | 80 with 17 in each section on older tests |
| Graduate, e.g. Biological Sciences | 5 | Programme-specific |
| Graduate, Health Administration | 5, with 5 in each section | Programme-specific |
How Mizzou handles TOEFL scores
The Graduate School accepts only regular TOEFL iBT scaled scores: no MyBest scores and no TOEFL ITP from other institutions. It treats scores as valid for two years beyond the test date, and they must be valid at the start of your entrance term. Undergraduate admissions does not accept TOEFL Essentials. The undergraduate page dates the old-scale rule to tests taken before 26 January 2026.
For comparison, the undergraduate page sets IELTS at 6.5 with no section below 6, and the Graduate School page also sets IELTS Academic at 6.5.
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If your TOEFL score is below Mizzou's level
Academic Integration @ Mizzou (AIM) accepts first-year international students who are ready for academic work but do not yet meet the minimum test scores, giving them English language support alongside study. All non-native speakers, even those who meet the minimum, take the English Language Support Program placement exams and may be placed into its courses.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Mizzou programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Mizzou require?+
4.5 with no section below 4.0, for undergraduate and graduate entry.
What was Mizzou's TOEFL requirement on the old scale?+
79 with no section below 17 for undergraduates, and 80 with 17 in each section for graduate applicants.
Does Mizzou accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+
No. The Graduate School accepts only regular TOEFL iBT scaled scores.
Is there a pathway if my TOEFL score is too low for Mizzou?+
First-year students can enter through Academic Integration @ Mizzou (AIM), which adds English support.
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