University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Bradley University?

Bradley University asks graduate applicants for a minimum Duolingo English Test score of 115. The same list sets IELTS Academic at 6.5 overall, PTE Academic at 56 and TOEFL iBT at 79, or 4.5 for tests on or after 21 January 2026. Graduate Admissions will not review a file until an official score arrives directly from the testing agency.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
  • 3 sections
  • IELTS

Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Bradley Duolingo minimum

From Bradley's graduate admissions page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Graduate programmes115IELTS Academic 6.5, PTE 56, Gateway English 475

Sending scores, waivers and the IELTS comparison

The graduate admissions page says applicants who do not qualify for a waiver must have an official score sent directly from the testing agency to Graduate Admissions before their file is reviewed. It does not accept IELTS Indicator, TOEFL Basics, or letters and certificates in place of a listed exam. A waiver is possible if you graduated from a college or university in an eligible country where English was the primary mode of instruction. The page does not state a validity period, Duolingo subscores or an assistantship level.

Compared with IELTS: Bradley lists Duolingo 115 alongside IELTS Academic 6.5 on the same page.

Know your target? Check where you stand

Take a free AI-scored IELTS mock and see your score per skill before you book the real test. Free account, no card.

Take a free mock →

Practise before you book: free IELTS mock test, IELTS reading practice, IELTS listening practice and IELTS speaking predictions.

If your Duolingo score is below 115

The page read does not describe conditional admission or an English pathway for graduate applicants. Graduate Admissions also reserves the right to request proof of English from any applicant.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Bradley University require for graduate school?+

A minimum of 115.

How do I send my Duolingo score to Bradley?+

The score must be sent directly from the testing agency to Bradley University Graduate Admissions.

What IELTS score matches Bradley's Duolingo 115?+

IELTS Academic 6.5 overall.

Does Bradley accept IELTS Indicator?+

No. The graduate admissions page says it does not accept IELTS Indicator or TOEFL Basics.

Keep reading

Related

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.

© 2026 BandLadder. Written and checked by the BandLadder team. You may quote or cite this page with credit to BandLadder and a link to it; republishing it in full needs our written permission. Content use policy