Hey guys! I'm a non-native English speaker interested in applying to NYU and I'd like to know about their TOEFL requirements. Can anyone tell me the minimum TOEFL score needed for admission, and if there are any exceptions to the rule?
NYU's TOEFL requirements for undergraduate admissions vary depending on the school or program you are applying to within the university. Here's a general guideline for their minimum TOEFL iBT (internet-based test) score requirements:
1. Tisch School of the Arts, Silver School of Social Work, and Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development – 100
2. College of Nursing, Stern School of Business, and Tandon School of Engineering – 96
Please note that these are the minimum scores, and higher scores could strengthen your application.
As for exceptions, if you meet one of the following criteria, you might not need to submit a TOEFL (or other English proficiency test) score:
1. You have attended an English-medium school for the last four consecutive years.
2. If you have recently enrolled in an English language program and will have completed at least two years of college credits towards a bachelor's degree in the United States prior to applying to NYU.
In addition to TOEFL, NYU also accepts other English proficiency test scores such as IELTS (minimum overall band score of 7), Duolingo (minimum score between 120-160), and PTE Academic (minimum score of 68). It's essential to check the specific requirements for the school or program you're interested in at NYU and consult their website or contact their admissions office for the most up-to-date information. Good luck with your application!
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