Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
ACU Duolingo minimums by level
From ACU's international undergraduate page and international graduate application information.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 110 | IELTS 6.5 (6.0 reading and writing); TOEFL 80 |
| Graduate | 110 | Same tests and levels as undergraduate |
Sending scores, other routes and the IELTS comparison
Both pages ask for an official test score sent to ACU by the testing entity (ACU test code 6001). The graduate page also accepts a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited US institution, or from one where English is the primary language of instruction. The undergraduate page says ACU may require additional proficiency exams at its discretion. Some programmes offer graduate assistantships, but the pages set no separate English level for them, and no validity period or Duolingo subscores are given.
Compared with IELTS: ACU lists Duolingo 110 alongside IELTS 6.5, with 6.0 in reading and writing, on both the graduate page and the undergraduate page.
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If your Duolingo score is below 110
The pages read do not describe conditional admission or an English pathway for applicants below 110.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your ACU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does Abilene Christian University require?+
A minimum of 110 for undergraduate and graduate applicants.
How do I send my Duolingo score to ACU?+
It must be an official score sent to ACU by the testing entity.
Does ACU set Duolingo subscores?+
No. Only TOEFL and IELTS have reading and writing minimums on the pages.
What IELTS score matches ACU's Duolingo 110?+
IELTS 6.5, with 6.0 in reading and writing.
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