Does UConn require TOEFL for international undergraduate applicants whose first language is not English?

UConn does require proof of English proficiency from international undergraduate applicants whose first language is not English, but TOEFL is not the only way to meet that requirement. UConn accepts several tests, including TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic. There are also waiver situations, especially if you have completed enough schooling in English.

For first-year applicants, the key question is whether UConn considers your prior education sufficient to show English proficiency. UConn may waive the test requirement if you have attended a secondary school where English is the primary language of instruction for a substantial period. The exact evaluation depends on your school record and how UConn classifies your curriculum and language of instruction.

So, TOEFL itself is not strictly required if you submit another accepted English proficiency exam. If you qualify for a waiver based on English-medium schooling, you may not need to submit any language test at all. If your schooling has been partly in another language or the English-instruction history is unclear, UConn is likely to want an official test score.

The most practical way to read the policy is: yes, UConn expects English proficiency documentation from applicants in your situation, but no, it is not limited to TOEFL. When building your list, plan on either submitting one of UConn’s accepted tests or confirming that your high school background clearly fits their waiver criteria.