Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
UM TOEFL minimums by level
From UM's undergraduate English proficiency page and the Graduate School international applicants page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate, full admission | 70 | iBT or At-Home Edition, MyBest included |
| Undergraduate, pathway programme | 52 | iBT or At-Home Edition, MyBest included |
| Graduate, test before 21 Jan 2026 | 80 | Provisional admission from 71 |
| Graduate, test after 21 Jan 2026 | 4.5 | Provisional admission from 4 |
| Graduate, TOEFL Essentials | 9 | Provisional admission from 7.5 |
How UM handles TOEFL scores
The undergraduate table accepts the TOEFL iBT and the At-Home Edition, including MyBest scores, and gives UM's code as 4489. The Graduate School also accepts the Home Edition and lists TOEFL Essentials with a minimum of 9. Neither page states a validity period.
The undergraduate figures are given on the 0 to 120 scale only. TOEFL iBT score reports issued since January 2026 also carry a 1 to 6 band score; see our guide to the new TOEFL score scale.
For comparison, UM asks undergraduates for IELTS Academic 6.0 (5.0 for pathway) and graduate applicants for IELTS 6.5 (6.0 provisional).
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If your TOEFL score is below UM's level
Undergraduates scoring from 52 to 69 can be admitted to the pathway programme. Undergraduates can also qualify through the UM English Language Institute (TOEFL ITP 525 or an ELI recommendation) or ELS Level 112. Graduate applicants just below the minimum can be admitted provisionally with 71 (or 4 on the new scale).
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your UM 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 Montana require for undergraduates?+
70 for full admission and 52 for the pathway programme.
What TOEFL score does the UM Graduate School require?+
80, or 4.5 for tests after 21 January 2026; provisional admission from 71 or 4.
Does UM accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+
Yes, for undergraduate admission.
Does UM accept TOEFL Essentials?+
The Graduate School does, with a minimum of 9 (7.5 provisional).
What is the University of Montana's TOEFL code?+
4489.
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Related
- University of Montana IELTS requirement
- Utah State University TOEFL requirement
- The new TOEFL score scale (2026)
- IELTS vs TOEFL for the USA
- All 4750 guides
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