Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 3 November 2026
Bocconi Duolingo minimums by level
From Bocconi's bachelor's certificate list, MSc and MA language page and C1 programmes page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's, English-taught (B2) | 110 | Listed as Duolingo English test online |
| Bachelor's, Italian-taught (B1) | 75 | English certificate for enrolment |
| MSc and MA programmes (B2) | 110 | All MSc programmes are taught in English |
| IM CEMS MIM, DD Bocconi-ESSEC, Global Experience tracks (C1) | Not listed | C1 list names TOEFL, IELTS and Cambridge only |
How Bocconi treats Duolingo scores
For bachelor's programmes, the certificate is an enrolment document: the page lists the certificates accepted for enrolment and their minimum scores, rather than a separate rule for the application stage.
The MSc page says nationals of a majority English-speaking country, for example Australia, Canada and New Zealand, are assumed to meet the requirement, and that a university qualification or secondary diploma awarded in English also counts.
For comparison, the bachelor's list asks for IELTS Academic or IELTS Online 6.5 with at least 6.0 in every section where it asks for Duolingo 110.
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If your Duolingo score is below 110
The MSc page also accepts an English exam at B2 level or higher passed in a university course, so check your transcript before booking a retake. For the C1 programmes you need one of the listed C1 certificates, as Duolingo is not among them.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Bocconi programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
Does Bocconi accept the Duolingo English Test?+
Yes. 110 for English-taught bachelor's and MSc programmes, and 75 for Italian-taught bachelor's programmes.
Does Bocconi set Duolingo subscores?+
No subscore minimum appears on the pages read. The table gives an overall 110.
Can I use Duolingo for IM CEMS MIM?+
No. The C1 certificate list for CEMS, the ESSEC double degrees and the Global Experience tracks does not include Duolingo.
What IELTS score matches Duolingo 110 at Bocconi?+
The same list asks for IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.0 in every section.
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