List of TOEFL Accepting Countries 2025

TOEFL is accepted in over 160 countries, including the US, UK, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, and Australia. The TOEFL iBT is an English proficiency test that includes listening, reading, writing, and speaking sections. TOEFL is accepted by leading universities worldwide and can be taken at exam centers or at home.

The test is conducted over 3 hours, and candidates should allow an extra 30 minutes for check-in. TOEFL is conducted over 50 times a year. The test assesses and assigns scores based on the student's English language proficiency. Check information about universities in TOEFL accepting countries in this blog.

Table of Contents

• Countries Accepting TOEFL Exam
• Top Universities in TOEFL Accepted Countries
• United States
• United Kingdom
• New Zealand
• Ireland
• Canada
• Australia
• Frequently Asked Questions

Countries Accepting TOEFL Exam

Top Countries Accepting TOEFL Exam Scores -

1. United States - 90% of universities accept TOEFL scores.
2. United Kingdom - 100% of universities accept TOEFL scores.
3. Australia - 100% of universities accept TOEFL scores.
4. New Zealand - 100% of universities accept TOEFL scores.
5. Canada - 100% of universities accept TOEFL scores.
6. Ireland - 100% of universities accept TOEFL scores.

Top Universities in TOEFL Accepted Countries

The score requirements of various universities in countries that accept TOEFL have been listed here.

United States

University	Minimum Score Requirement
Stanford University	89
Yale University	100
Cornell University	100
New York University	100
Harvard University	104

United Kingdom

University	Minimum Score Requirement
University of St Andrews	94
University of Wales-Swansea	79
The University of Edinburgh	92
University of Oxford	100
University of Cambridge	100

New Zealand

University	Minimum Score Requirement
Lincoln University	79
IPU New Zealand	79
UC International College	46
International College of Auckland	46
University of Otago	80 (UG) and 90 (PG)

Ireland

University	Minimum Score Requirement
Trinity College Dublin	88
Dublin City University	92
University College Dublin	90
University College Cork	90
Maynooth University	93

Canada

University	Minimum Score Requirement
University of Montreal	104
University of Toronto	100
University of Waterloo	90
University of Alberta	90
University of British Columbia	100

Australia

University	Minimum Score Requirement
Sydney Film School	46
Victoria University	70
University of Western Australia	82
University of Melbourne	79
Monash University	79

If you are planning to write the TOEFL test, you can check for the detailed syllabus and registration fee. And If you want to prepare from your home, you can enroll at Kanan's TOEFL Online Coaching. 

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which countries accept TOEFL?

TOEFL is accepted by countries like the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and Ireland. It is also accepted by many other European countries.

2. Is TOEFL harder than IELTS?

It depends on the level of preparation by the students. The TOEFL test takes longer to complete. So many students prefer to take the IELTS test.

3. Is TOEFL accepted in Canada?

Yes, TOEFL is accepted in Canada. TOEFL score can be used as valid proof of English proficiency during university admissions.

4. Is TOEFL accepted in Europe?

Yes, the TOEFL score is a recognised proof of evidence in the UK for university admissions.

5. What are the types of TOEFL tests?

There are two types of TOEFL tests: Internet-based test (iBT) and Paper-based test (PBT).

6. How to find universities that accept TOEFL scores?

You can visit the official website of TOEFL (ETS) and sign up. Then you can surf or type university names and search to check if they accept TOEFL.