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Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is required for international applicants whose native language is not English (UCSD code is 4836). The University-wide minimum TOFEL score required for consideration for graduate admission is 550 for the paper based test (PBT), and 85 for the internet based electronic (IBT).
Non-native English language speakers may be exempt from this requirement if they have earned or will be earning a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree with grades of B (3.0) or better from either:
*Please visit International Student Application Requirements (ucsd.edu)
Students must demonstrate language proficiency in either Spanish or Portuguese which can be done in a variety of ways:
Proof of language proficiency completion must be sent to the graduate coordinator to place in your academic file. All results or letters should be forwarded to the graduate coordinator.