Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Alabama State English requirements by level
From Alabama State's international student admissions page.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Not listed | TOEFL iBT 61, TOEFL paper 500, TOEFL computer 173, Duolingo 100, Language Center Level 112 |
| Graduate, regular admission | 5.5 | TOEFL iBT 70, TOEFL paper 525, TOEFL computer 193 |
| Graduate, conditional admission | 4.5-5.0 | TOEFL iBT 69, TOEFL paper 477-523, TOEFL computer 190 |
Who is exempt
Students from English-speaking countries, such as the United Kingdom, Canada (except Quebec) and Nigeria, are exempt from English score requirements.
International students who completed a degree programme at a regionally accredited US institution are also exempt.
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Applying and how to check
Graduate applicants apply through GradCAS. The undergraduate deadline for fall is 1 June, and the Form I-20 is issued only after all requirements are met and an admission letter is sent.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Alabama State programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Alabama State University publishes an IELTS score, it is the minimum: the floor an application has to meet to be considered, not a score that guarantees an offer.
Competitive programmes, and courses with far more applicants than places, may expect more than the minimum, and some departments set their own overall or per-skill scores, often for writing or speaking. The course page has the final word, so check it before you book a test.
If you are close to the line, aim for a margin above it: one weak skill can miss the requirement even when the overall band clears it. Not sure where you stand? Take a free IELTS mock test and get a band for each skill.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score does Alabama State University require?+
IELTS 5.5 for regular graduate admission, and 4.5 to 5.0 for conditional graduate admission.
Does Alabama State accept Duolingo?+
Yes. The undergraduate section lists a minimum of 100.
Are Nigerian students exempt at Alabama State?+
Yes. The page names Nigeria among the English-speaking countries that are exempt.
What TOEFL score does Alabama State need?+
iBT 61 for undergraduates and iBT 70 for regular graduate admission.
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Guide updated on 31 October 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.
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