Language Proficiency Requirements
Requirements to ELCP pathway and full admission
The scores below apply to both undergraduate admission and exchange programs. For graduate-student language proficiency requirements, please review Linfield’s catalog for specific programs.
Test scores must be within 24 months of the first day of classes at Linfield University.
| Test name | ELCP and activity courses | ELCP, activity and select courses | Fully admitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 4.5 | 5.0-6.0 | 6.5 with writing score 6.5 and above |
| TOEFL iBT | 45-55 | 56-79 | 80 with writing score 20 and above |
| TOEFL Paper | 450-499 | 500-549 | 550 |
| Duolingo English Test | 85-94 | 95-109 | 110 |
| EIKEN | Grade 2 | Grade 2A | Grade Pre-1 |
| GTEC | 800-899 | 900-1249 | 1250 with writing score 290 and above |
| iTEP Academic Plus | 3.0-3.5 | 3.6-4.1 | 4.2 |
| 45-54 | 55-69 | 70 with writing subscore 65 and above | |
| Manchester Exam | 201-299 | 300-399 | 400 with grammar and writing scores 65 and above |
| MELAB | 60-67 | 68-76 | 77 with writing scores 87 and above |
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2 | 3-6 | 7 with writing score 7 and above |
| Pearson PTE Academic | 38-44 | 45-57 | 58 |
| TOEIC | 450-499 | 500-779 | 780 |
To determine class placement, all international students will take both a written and oral assessment during orientation at Linfield.
Linfield University also accepts as fully admitted:
- International Baccalaureate (IB) English A with a score of 5 or higher
- SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 540 or higher, and/or
- Pacific International Academy (PIA) with successful completion of Level 5 courses.
- Portland English Language Academy (PELA) with successful completion of Level 6 courses need take only one advanced writing course prior to full admission.
Admission information
We welcome applications from international students at anytime. We'd love to have you join us on campus!
Financial Aid
Non-degree seeking students admitted exclusively to ELCP may be eligible for a 50% discount on Linfield University tuition. Contact us for full details.