University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for Benedictine University?

Benedictine University asks for PTE Academic 52 for undergraduate and graduate study at its Lisle and Mesa campuses. Graduate applicants also need a PTE writing score of at least 50. Scores must be no more than two years old when you apply. Benedictine may waive the test for English-medium study or a year of US coursework.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Benedictine PTE minimums

From Benedictine's undergraduate international admission catalogue page and its graduate international admission catalogue page.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Undergraduate (first-year and transfer)52None stated
Graduate52Writing 50

Test rules and how PTE compares

Scores must be no more than two years old at the time of application. The pages explain how to send IELTS, TOEFL and ELS results but not PTE, and they do not mention PTE Academic Online or PTE Core.

IELTS is 6.5 at both levels, with a writing score of at least 6 for graduate study. The graduate PTE writing floor of 50 mirrors that.

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If you fall short

The requirement may be met without a test through study at an accredited English-medium institution, or a year or more of academic coursework at a US institution; undergraduates can also submit an ACT or SAT score. Benedictine may test the English of incoming students and place them in extra courses if needed. The pages do not describe conditional admission.

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

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does Benedictine University need?+

PTE Academic 52 for undergraduate and graduate study.

Is there a PTE writing minimum at Benedictine?+

Yes, for graduate applicants: a writing score of at least 50.

How old can my PTE score be for Benedictine?+

No more than two years old at the time of application.

What IELTS matches Benedictine's PTE 52?+

IELTS 6.5, with writing at least 6 for graduate study.

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Guide updated on 1 November 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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