Graduate FAQ Categories:
TOEFL or IELTS scores
- Which applicants need to
submit TOEFL or IELTS scores?
- Students who are citizens of a
country where English is the official language and the language of
instruction in higher education do not need to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.
- All other students must submit official
TOEFL or IELTS scores that are no older than two years (24 months) prior to the beginning of the requested
entry term. For example, if you are applying for Fall 2013, your TOEFL or IELTS score should
be no older than August, 2011.
- International students who have successfully completed one year at a US institution are not required by the graduate school to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores. However, for those applicants seeking financial support from the Department, TOEFL or IELTS scores should be submitted.
- What is the minimum required
TOEFL score?
The graduate school has established minimum scores
for the TOEFL and IELTS. However, most successful applicants have a score of at least 20
on each section of the TOEFL.
- Can I send an unofficial copy
of TOEFL or IELTS scores for now and send an official score report after
acceptance?
You can send an unofficial score report if you think there will be a
delay in the official score report being sent. However, your
application will not be considered complete until official score
reports are received.
- Is TSE score required for
international students?
No.
- Are other tests of English proficiency allowed?
No, the Graduate school only accepts TOEFL and IELTS scores.
- What is the institution code
to have ETS send TOEFL scores to NCSU?
The institutional code number for NC State University is 5496. There is
no need to provide a departmental code.
- Can I still be considered for a teaching assistantship (TA) if my speaking score
meets the minimum for admission, but not for TA?
Yes. All international students with funding will be required to take the SPEAK test when they arrive on campus. Based on the results of this test,
students will be given recommendations on how to meet the requirements for appointment as a TA.
