Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 29 October 2026
Babson English requirements by level
From Babson's undergraduate international applicants page and graduate international applicants page. The graduate figures are described as recommended minimum scores, not hard cut-offs.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Accepted; no minimum published | TOEFL (ETS code 3075), Duolingo, Cambridge |
| Graduate (recommended minimum) | 7.5 | TOEFL iBT 100, TOEFL Essentials 11, PTE 65, Duolingo 130 |
Graduate English test waivers
You may be eligible for a waiver if your native language is English, if your previous degree was completed outside the US but taught only in English, if the official language of your country of citizenship is English, or if you have worked full time in the US for at least two consecutive years in the ten years before applying. You select the waiver reason on the application and Graduate Admissions verifies it.
Babson's ETS reporting code is 3075 and its Pearson programme code is WFS-5T-20.
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Undergraduates and how to check
The undergraduate page says applicants whose native language is not English must add an English proficiency exam score to the standard application. Because no minimum is stated there, ask the admissions office what range is competitive before you book a test.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Babson programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Babson College 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 Babson College require?+
Babson recommends IELTS 7.5 for graduate programmes. The undergraduate page accepts IELTS without stating a minimum.
Does Babson accept PTE?+
Yes for graduate programmes, with a recommended minimum of 65. The undergraduate list does not mention PTE.
Can I get an English test waiver for the Babson MBA?+
Possibly, for example if your previous degree outside the US was taught only in English. You claim it on the application.
Does Babson accept Duolingo?+
Yes. Duolingo is accepted at both levels, with 130 recommended for graduate programmes.
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Guide updated on 29 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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