Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
University of Ottawa TOEFL minimums by level
From the undergraduate language requirements page and the graduate how-to-apply page. The graduate figures for newer tests are reproduced exactly as the page gives them.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate direct entry (tests before 21 Jan 2026) | 86, Writing 22 | Home Edition also 86 with Writing 22 |
| Undergraduate direct entry (tests after 21 Jan 2026) | 4.5, Writing 4.5 | No Reading or Listening minimum |
| Undergraduate, English Intensive Program (older tests) | 60 with Writing 20, or 70 with Writing 16 | Conditional admission |
| Undergraduate, English Intensive Program (new scale) | 3.5 with Writing 4.5, or 4.0 with Writing 3.5 | Conditional admission |
| Graduate (tests before 21 Jan 2026) | 84; Writing 24; no section below 20 | Internet-based, Home Edition or Paper |
| Graduate (tests after 21 Jan 2026) | 4.5 or 86; Writing 4.5 or 21; Reading 4.5 or 22; Listening 4.5 or 20; Speaking 4 or 20 | As printed on the page |
How the University of Ottawa handles TOEFL scores
The University of Ottawa accepts TOEFL MyBest scores for the iBT at both levels. Undergraduate results must be sent electronically from the test centre with institution code 0993, and the page lists the iBT, the Home Edition and TOEFL Essentials as accepted. Your name, email and date of birth on the test must match your application.
Undergraduate tests must be completed less than two years before the start of the term you apply for.
For comparison, the undergraduate page sets IELTS Academic at 6.5 with 6.5 in Writing, and the graduate page asks for 6.5 with 6.5 in Writing and no other band below 6.
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If your TOEFL score is below the University of Ottawa's level
Undergraduate applicants within the English Intensive Program ranges are admitted on condition that they complete 8 to 36 weeks of intensive ESL courses (ESL 0120, 0130 and 0140), with the number of courses set by your score. No separate application to the programme is needed.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your University of Ottawa 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 Ottawa need for undergraduates?+
86 with 22 in Writing, or 4.5 with 4.5 in Writing for tests after 21 January 2026.
Does the University of Ottawa accept TOEFL MyBest scores?+
Yes. Both the undergraduate and graduate pages say MyBest scores are accepted for the iBT.
What is the University of Ottawa TOEFL code?+
0993, as given on the undergraduate page.
Does the University of Ottawa accept TOEFL Essentials?+
The undergraduate page lists TOEFL Essentials among the accepted TOEFL results, but its score table gives figures only for the iBT and Home Edition.
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