University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Xavier University?

Xavier University in Cincinnati asks first-year international applicants for TOEFL 79 for full admission consideration, or 4.5 for tests after 21 January 2026. Students with 70, or 4 on the new scale, can be admitted for the fall intake with additional English courses. Graduate applicants need TOEFL iBT 79, or 4.5 on the new scale.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Xavier TOEFL minimums by level

From Xavier's international first-year requirements and international graduate requirements.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
First-year, full admission consideration794.5 after 21 Jan 2026
First-year, with additional English courses704 after 21 Jan 2026; fall (August) intake only
Graduate794.5 on the new scale from 21 Jan 2026

How Xavier handles TOEFL scores

All international first-year applicants must submit an English proficiency test and meet the minimum to be considered. The lower TOEFL level comes with additional English course requirements and is available only for the fall (August) intake. Neither page gives a TOEFL code, a MyBest policy or a validity period.

For comparison, Xavier asks first-year applicants for IELTS 6.5 for full admission (6.0 with additional English courses) and graduate applicants for IELTS 6.5.

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If your TOEFL score is below Xavier's level

First-year students between 70 and 78 (4 on the new scale) can enter in August with additional English courses. At graduate level, an applicant who does not meet every requirement but has shown exceptional talent may be admitted at the discretion of the Chief Enrollment Officer, with supports put in place.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Xavier University require?+

79, or 4.5 on the new scale from 21 January 2026, at both first-year and graduate level.

Can I get into Xavier with TOEFL 70?+

First-year applicants with 70 (or 4) can be admitted for the fall intake with additional English courses.

Is the lower TOEFL route available in spring?+

No, it is only available for the fall (August) intake.

What IELTS score does Xavier accept instead?+

6.5 for full admission at both levels.

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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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