University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Utah State University?

Utah State University (USU) asks undergraduates for a TOEFL iBT score of at least 71, or 4.0 on the 1 to 6 scale for tests taken on or after 21 January 2026. The School of Graduate Studies asks for 79, or 4.0 on the new scale. USU's code is 4857 and scores over two years old are not accepted.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

USU TOEFL minimums by level

From USU's undergraduate English proficiency page and the School of Graduate Studies admissions policies.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Undergraduate, test before 21 Jan 202671Home Edition accepted
Undergraduate, test on or after 21 Jan 20264.01 to 6 scale
Graduate, test before 21 Jan 202679Sent directly by ETS
Graduate, test on or after 21 Jan 20264.01 to 6 scale

How USU handles TOEFL scores

The undergraduate page says USU also accepts the TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and scores more than two years old when the application is complete are not accepted. Graduate applicants must ask ETS to send official scores directly to USU; the graduate policy also says scores more than two years old are not accepted. The institution code for both levels is 4857.

For comparison, USU asks undergraduates for IELTS Academic 6.0 and graduate applicants for IELTS 6.5, both with at least 5.0 in each section.

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If your TOEFL score is below USU's level

Undergraduates can meet the requirement with at least three years of secondary school in English. Graduate applicants who completed two years of college in a listed English-speaking country, or whose transcript or registrar letter shows English as the language of instruction, do not need a test.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Utah State require for undergraduates?+

71, or 4.0 on the 1 to 6 scale for tests taken on or after 21 January 2026.

What TOEFL score does Utah State require for graduate study?+

79, or 4.0 on the 1 to 6 scale for tests taken on or after 21 January 2026.

Does Utah State accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+

Yes, the undergraduate page says it does.

What is Utah State's TOEFL code?+

4857.

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Guide updated on 1 November 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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