University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for UNLV?

UNLV asks undergraduates for a legacy TOEFL iBT score of 72 with no band below 17, or 4.0 with no band below 3.5 on the new test from January 2026. The Graduate College requires 80 on the legacy test or 4.0 with no band below 3.5 on the new test. Scores must be less than two years old when you apply.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

UNLV TOEFL minimums by level

From UNLV's undergraduate English proficiency page and the graduate English proficiency page.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Undergraduate, legacy TOEFL iBT72No band below 17
Undergraduate, new TOEFL iBT (from January 2026)4.0No band below 3.5
Graduate, legacy TOEFL iBT80All colleges
Graduate, new TOEFL iBT (from January 2026)4.0No band below 3.5
ELC Fast Track (undergraduate)Legacy 59 to 71, or new 3.0 to 3.5Legacy no band below 10; new no band below 2.5

How UNLV handles TOEFL scores

You can send official or unofficial scores for the first evaluation. If you are admitted on unofficial scores, admission is conditional on official scores arriving early in your first semester. Scores must be less than two years old at the time of application. The pages do not give a TOEFL institution code.

For comparison, the undergraduate page sets IELTS Academic at 6.0 with no band below 5.5, and the graduate page at 6.5 with no band below 6.0.

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If your TOEFL score is below UNLV's level

Undergraduates who meet every requirement except English can be invited to the ELC Fast Track, enrolling full-time in the non-credit Intensive English Program on a language studies I-20 to complete the requirement. Undergraduates can also meet the requirement through ENG 113 at UNLV or an ENG 101 equivalent with a C or better.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does UNLV need for undergraduates?+

72 with no band below 17 on the legacy TOEFL iBT, or 4.0 with no band below 3.5 on the new test.

What TOEFL score does the UNLV Graduate College need?+

80 on the legacy TOEFL iBT, or 4.0 with no band below 3.5 on the new test.

How old can my TOEFL score be for UNLV?+

Less than two years old at the time of application.

Does UNLV have a pathway for lower TOEFL scores?+

Yes. The ELC Fast Track takes undergraduates with legacy 59 to 71 or new 3.0 to 3.5.

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Guide updated on 31 October 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.

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