Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Arcadia Duolingo minimums by level
From Arcadia's international admissions page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First-year | 110 | Or SAT/ACT; IELTS 6.0, PTE 54 |
| Transfer (under 30 credits) | 110 | Follows the first-year requirements |
| Graduate | 110 | IELTS 6.5, PTE 60 |
Test rules and the IELTS comparison
The international admissions page says first-year applicants other than F-1 high school students in the US should submit SAT or ACT scores or proof of English proficiency. TOEFL and IELTS entries carry section minimums, but no Duolingo subscores are listed. Enrollment Management reserves the right to ask any student for proof of English. The page does not state a validity period or an assistantship level.
Compared with IELTS: Arcadia pairs Duolingo 110 with IELTS 6.0 for first-year applicants and IELTS 6.5 for graduate applicants on the same page.
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If your Duolingo score is below 110
The page read does not describe conditional admission or an English pathway. First-year applicants may be able to submit SAT or ACT scores instead.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Arcadia programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does Arcadia University require?+
110, for both first-year and graduate applicants.
What IELTS score does Arcadia want?+
6.0 for first-year students and 6.5 for graduate students, with no section below 5.5.
Do transfer students need Duolingo 110 at Arcadia?+
Transfers with fewer than 30 credits follow the first-year requirements.
Does Arcadia set Duolingo subscores?+
No Duolingo subscores are listed.
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