Is a score of 85 in TOEFL good for Tufts University?
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A score of 85 in TOEFL is not good enough for most of the programs at Tufts University. A minimum TOEFL score of 90 on the internet based exam is required for Certificate, MA, MS, and PhD applicants, and a minimum score of 85 is required for MFA and Post-Baccalaureate Studio Art applicants. The minimum IELTS score is 6.5. The minimum Duolingo English Test score is 110.
However, these are not the only factors to consider, and individual programs may have higher minimum requirements. You should check the official website of Tufts University and the specific programme for the exact requirements and deadlines. You should also prepare
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