TOEFL 2.5 (1–6 scale) to IELTS
TOEFL iBT 2.5 on the new 1–6 scale equals IELTS 5.0, reading ETS's comparison table (2026) from the TOEFL side.
TOEFL 2.5 is about
IELTSBands 4.0–9.0
5.0
ETS table, read in reverseETS, 2026
TOEFL iBT0–120 · before 2026
34–43
ETS, Apr 2026
TOEFL 2.5 is about IELTS 5.0.
Get a study plan for 5.0Universities that accept IELTS 5.0
This band meets each university's overall IELTS minimum, as stated on its own website and checked in the last six months. Courses can ask for more, and most also set a minimum for each skill.
| University | Country | IELTS, undergrad | IELTS, postgrad | TOEFL 0–120 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan State University | United States | 5.0 | 6.0 | 70 |
| Texas Southern University | United States | 5.0 | 6.0 | 61 |
| Al-Farabi Kazakh National University | Kazakhstan | 5.0 | – | 35 |
| L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University | Kazakhstan | 5.0 | 5.0 | 35 |
| Ajou University in Tashkent | Uzbekistan | 5.0 | – | 50 |
| Inha University in Tashkent | Uzbekistan | 5.0 | – | 50 |
| University of Sharjah | United Arab Emirates | 5.0 | 6.0 | 61 |
| UCSI University | Malaysia | 5.0 | 5.0 | 42 |
Frequently asked questions
What is TOEFL 2.5 in IELTS?
TOEFL iBT 2.5 on the new 1–6 scale equals IELTS 5.0, reading ETS's comparison table (2026) from the TOEFL side.
What CEFR level is TOEFL 2.5?
TOEFL 2.5 matches IELTS 5.0, which is CEFR B1, Intermediate. You handle familiar topics, everyday situations and simple connected text. The IELTS partners call 5.0 a borderline band: it sits between B1 and B2.
Which universities accept TOEFL 2.5?
For example Morgan State University, Texas Southern University, and Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. Requirements differ by course and level, so check the university's own page.
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