Program-level details
Warwick uses a banded English requirement (Bands A, B, C, D) and assigns each course to a band. Band C, the most common for taught Masters at Warwick Business School and competitive undergraduate degrees, requires TOEFL iBT 100 overall with sub-scores of Listening 21, Reading 22, Speaking 23 and Writing 21. The postgraduate floor for Band A or B courses is 92. MyBest scores are not accepted; all four sub-scores must come from a single test date. For tests sat on or after 21 January 2026 on the new TOEFL scale, Band A or B requires 4.5 overall with 4.5 in each component and Band C requires 5.0 overall with 4.5 in each component.
Translating this score to the 2026 1-6 band scale
From January 2026, ETS reports the TOEFL iBT on a 1.0-6.0 band scale (in 0.5 increments) rather than the legacy 0-120 scale. University of Warwick's undergraduate minimum of 100 corresponds to roughly band 5.0, which aligns with CEFR C1. The graduate minimum of 92 corresponds to band 4.5 (B2 high). For a more precise read on what these bands mean for your speaking, writing, listening, and reading, take a free TOEFLMock practice test — you'll see your score reported on both scales side-by-side.
Other accepted English tests
University of Warwick typically accepts: IELTS Academic 7.0 with 6.5 in each component (Band C); Duolingo English Test 130 with 120 in each component (Band C); PTE Academic 75 with no skill below 59; Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency. Many universities accept the Duolingo English Test, and some accept Cambridge English Advanced (C1) or Proficiency (C2). Acceptance and minimum thresholds for alternative tests change frequently — verify against the current admissions page before relying on a specific alternative.
How to prepare for the University of Warwick TOEFL minimum
A target of 100 on the TOEFL iBT is a band 5.0 performance. Realistically, this means consistently scoring well across all four sections, since universities almost always set sub-section minimums (typically 22 in each of Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing for top-tier programs). The fastest way to spot which section is holding you back is to take a full-length practice test under timed conditions and compare your section bands. From there, focused section practice is more productive than another full-length attempt.
- Take a free full-length TOEFL practice test to see your starting band
- Reading practice — 16 free 2026-format reading tests
- Listening practice — 16 free 2026-format listening tests with the new task types
- Writing practice — 16 free Build-a-Sentence + Email + Academic Discussion tests
- Speaking practice — 16 free Listen-and-Repeat + video Interview tests
Common questions
What is the minimum TOEFL score for University of Warwick? ▾
University of Warwick requires a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 100 for undergraduate admission and 92 for most graduate programs. Warwick uses a banded English requirement (Bands A, B, C, D) and assigns each course to a band. Band C, the most common for taught Masters at Warwick Business School and competitive undergraduate degrees, requires TOEFL iBT 100 overall with sub-scores of Listening 21, Reading 22, Speaking 23 and Writing 21. The postgraduate floor for Band A or B courses is 92. MyBest scores are not accepted; all four sub-scores must come from a single test date. For tests sat on or after 21 January 2026 on the new TOEFL scale, Band A or B requires 4.5 overall with 4.5 in each component and Band C requires 5.0 overall with 4.5 in each component.
What if my TOEFL score is below the University of Warwick minimum? ▾
If you score below the University of Warwick minimum, options include retaking the TOEFL after focused practice, taking an alternative accepted test (IELTS Academic 7.0 with 6.5 in each component (Band C); Duolingo English Test 130 with 120 in each component (Band C); PTE Academic 75 with no skill below 59; Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency), or applying to a pre-sessional English program offered by the university.
Does University of Warwick accept the Duolingo English Test? ▾
Many universities now accept the Duolingo English Test as an alternative to TOEFL. Whether University of Warwick accepts it depends on the program and the year — verify against the official admissions page linked above.
How do I send my TOEFL scores to University of Warwick? ▾
Official TOEFL scores are sent directly from ETS to the university you specify. You can list up to four institutions to receive your scores at no extra cost when you register for the test. Additional score reports cost a fee per institution.
Verify before applying
University admission requirements change. Always confirm the current TOEFL minimum on the official University of Warwick admissions page before applying. The figures on this page were last verified 2026-05-05 and reflect publicly stated institutional minimums; specific programs may set higher thresholds, and some courses (medicine, law, education) frequently do.