# 7. English Language Proficiency

**Source**: https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/faq/english-language-proficiency/
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### 7. English Language Proficiency

Q
:   Q7-1. What level of English proficiency is required for application?

A
:   There are no minimum score requirements for English proficiency tests. Applicants are expected to have adequate English proficiency. Please refer to the following typical scores of successful candidates:

    TOEFL iBT: 90\
    TOEFL PBT: 580\
    IELTS Academic: 6.5

Q
:   Q7-2. My English test score is from more than two years ago. Is it acceptable?

A
:   The results of TOEFL iBT, TOEFL PBT, or IELTS will only be accepted if the test was taken after the date indicated in the [Application Guidelines](https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/apply/).

Q
:   Q7-3. I am a native speaker of English. Do I still have to submit the results of TOEFL or IELTS?

A
:   If you are a native speaker of English, you may submit Form C (English Proficiency Evaluation Form) instead of an English proficiency test result. Please refer to the [Application Guidelines](https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/apply/).

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:   Q7-4. Can I submit the results of English proficiency tests which are not listed in Application Guidelines?

A
:   We accept only the results of TOEFL or IELTS. If you are a native speaker of English, you may submit Form C (English Proficiency Evaluation Form) instead of an English proficiency test result. Please refer to the [Application Guidelines](https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/apply/).