Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
ASU PTE minimums by programme
From ASU's undergraduate English proficiency page and the graduate English proficiency page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate, general | 53 | No per-skill minimum printed |
| Fulton Schools of Engineering (higher-requirement programmes) | 58 | No per-skill minimum printed |
| Cronkite School of Journalism (higher-requirement programmes) | 73 | No per-skill minimum printed |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing | Not accepted | Use another test |
| Graduate, general | 60 | No per-skill minimum printed |
Test rules and validity
Both pages state that ASU does not accept the PTE Academic Online exam, so book a test-centre sitting. The test must be taken no more than two years before your ASU start date; older scores may lead ASU to ask for a new test. The pages do not mention PTE Core or a PTE institution code.
On the same pages, IELTS needs 6.0 for undergraduates (6.5 Fulton higher-requirement and Nursing, 7.0 Cronkite) and 6.5 for graduate study. Some graduate programmes set higher requirements or do not accept certain tests.
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If you fall short
Undergraduates can meet the requirement by completing Global Launch courses at ASU, and select graduate schools accept completion of Global Launch Online or Campus Immersion English programmes or the English for Graduate Admission and Achievement course. Global Launch completion must be no more than two years old at your start date.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your ASU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does ASU need?+
53 for most undergraduate programmes and 60 for graduate study.
Does ASU accept PTE Academic Online?+
No. Both the undergraduate and graduate pages say ASU does not accept it.
Can I use PTE for ASU Nursing?+
No. PTE is not accepted for admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
How old can my PTE score be for ASU?+
No more than two years old at your ASU start date.
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