TOEFL 2026 Score Scale
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TOEFL 2026 Score Scale
TOEFL 2026 Score Scale
| CEFR | TOEFL 1–6 score |
|---|---|
| C2 | 6 |
| C1 | 5 and 5.5 |
| B2 | 4 and 4.5 |
| B1 | 3 and 3.5 |
| A2 | 2 and 2.5 |
| A1 | 1 and 1.5 |
The overall TOEFL score is calculated as the average of the four section scores and rounded to the nearest half band. ETS provides a comparable overall 0–120 score during the two-year transition period following the January 2026 score-scale change.
Institutions determine the scores they require. The CEFR mapping does not itself constitute a universal admission cutoff.
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Last verified: 01 October 2026
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