Language Proficiency-TOEFL Scores: All applicants whose first language is not English must submit proof of language proficiency to VIU. There are several ways to meet VIU’s English Language Proficiency qualifications.  The table below lists TOEFL and Accuplacer alternatives and tests that are accepted by VIU.

Name of Standardized Test     Minimum Scores  Required
SAT II                                        English 870
IELTS                                         Overall band 6
TOEFL (PBT, CBT, IBT)                550 , 213, 80
TOEIC                                        750
AccuPlacer                                  308 /360

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is the most widely accepted English Language Proficiency test for admission to U.S. colleges and universities. The minimum TOEFL requirement for admission to VIU is 550 on the paper-based test,  213 on the computer-based test, or a score of 80 on the internet based test. Students may either submit photocopies of their TOEFL results or have it sent directly by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). The TOEFL School Code for VIU is 7137. Scores must be less than two years old. If you have been studying continuously at a U.S. college/university, you may submit an older score that has been accepted by your last U.S. school. Applicants who score less than 550 (213 for computerized system) can attend VIU’s English Language Program. Graduation from our ESL program waives the EPT requirement for admissions to any academic program.

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