Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 29 October 2026
Bellevue English test minimums
From Bellevue's international admissions page. The requirement covers international students, including those taking classes online only, and no band minimums are listed.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| International applicants (all levels) | 5.5 | TOEFL iBT 61 or paper-based 500, Duolingo 85, iTEP 3.5, Aptis B2 overall |
Exemptions and other evidence
Instead of a test you can identify as a native speaker from an exempt country. The list includes India, Pakistan, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Mauritius, South Africa and the UK. Bangladesh is not on it.
You can also send official transcripts of an awarded degree from an accredited US institution or an institution whose language of instruction is English, transcripts showing at least 60 credits at such an institution, a passing grade in the equivalent of EN 101 at an accredited US school, or proof of a completed ESL programme. In extraordinary circumstances the Director of Admissions can approve an exception.
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Programmes and how to check
The international admissions page lists programmes open to international students, including the MBA and master's degrees in Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems and Business Analytics.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Bellevue programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Bellevue 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 Bellevue University require?+
IELTS 5.5 for international applicants.
Do Indian students need IELTS for Bellevue University?+
India is on Bellevue's exempt country list for applicants who identify as native English speakers. Otherwise IELTS 5.5 or another listed test is needed.
Does Bellevue accept Duolingo?+
Yes, at a minimum of 85.
Can an English-medium degree replace IELTS at Bellevue?+
Yes. An awarded degree, or 60 credits, from an institution whose language of instruction is English meets the requirement.
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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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