University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Auburn University?

Auburn University's Graduate School asks for a Duolingo English Test score of 115 or higher with at least 110 in listening, reading, speaking and writing. Some departments set higher scores. International graduate teaching assistants must separately show speaking skills, and a DET speaking score of 130 or higher is one accepted way. Auburn Global's graduate programmes list the same 115 standard.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Auburn Duolingo minimums

From the Graduate School's international application instructions and Auburn Global graduate admissions.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Graduate School (all applicants)115At least 110 in listening, reading, speaking and writing
Graduate teaching assistants130 speakingDET speaking section, one of several accepted methods
Auburn Global graduate programmes115Same 110 component minimum on each programme listed

Sending scores, TA rules and the IELTS comparison

All international applicants must have an official score sent directly from TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo. You may self-report unofficial scores when you apply, but your application will not be considered until an official score reaches the Graduate School. Departments may require more, but every applicant must meet the minimums.

International GTAs may need to enrol in a non-credit course on oral communication for teaching assistants, and hiring units record the speaking test and score in the hiring proposal.

On the same Graduate School page, the IELTS minimum is 6.5 overall beside the DET 115, and the GTA speaking level is IELTS speaking 7 beside DET speaking 130.

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Exemptions

Applicants with a previous degree from a regionally accredited US institution may not need to submit test scores once the official transcript is received. Other exemptions are decided case by case based on the country's official language and medium of instruction. The pages read do not set an undergraduate Duolingo figure.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Auburn programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Auburn graduate school need?+

115 or higher, with at least 110 in each of listening, reading, speaking and writing.

What Duolingo score do Auburn teaching assistants need?+

A DET speaking score of 130 or higher is one accepted way to show speaking skills.

Can I self-report Duolingo to Auburn?+

Yes at application, but the file is not considered until an official score arrives.

Does Auburn Global use the same Duolingo score?+

Yes, 115 with 110 in each component on its listed graduate programmes.

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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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