What TOEFL score do you need for the University of Northern Iowa?

Non-native speakers submit one proof of English proficiency for full admission. Depending on the score, some students must take specialised academic coursework in their first semester as part of the English Pathway Program. The page does not give section minimums, a TOEFL code, a MyBest policy or a validity period.

TOEFL iBT score reports issued since January 2026 also carry a 1 to 6 band score alongside the 0 to 120 total; see our guide to the new TOEFL score scale. Where a page above gives only a 0 to 120 figure, that is the figure this guide reports.

For comparison, UNI asks for an IELTS Academic overall band of 6 (5.5 for the English Pathway Program) and also accepts IELTS Indicator.

A score from 61 to 78 can lead to admission through the English Pathway Program. The UNI Culture and Intensive English Program (CIEP) completion certificate is another accepted proof of English proficiency.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your UNI programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.