Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Brooklyn College Duolingo levels by programme
From Brooklyn College's graduate supporting documents page and the programme pages for the MS in Computer Science and the MS in Finance.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate (general) | Accepted, set by programme | Required if your degree is from a country where English is not the only official language |
| MS Computer Science | 105 to 160 (as listed) | For F-1 or J-1 students; TOEFL 79, IELTS 6.5 |
| MS Finance | 120 | TOEFL 100, IELTS 7, PTE 70; US citizens and permanent residents exempt |
Sending scores and the IELTS comparison
The supporting documents page says a score counts as official only if it is sent directly from the testing administrator and comes from an assessment in the past two years. If you submit Duolingo scores, ask Duolingo to send them electronically to Brooklyn College CUNY Graduate Admissions. The pages read do not set a Duolingo level for teaching assistantships.
Compared with IELTS: the Computer Science page lists IELTS 6.5 next to its Duolingo range, and the Finance page lists IELTS 7 next to Duolingo 120.
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If your Duolingo score is below the programme level
The pages read do not describe conditional admission or a pathway route for graduate students. The Computer Science page gives a range rather than a single figure, so ask the department which end of it applies to you.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Brooklyn College programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
Does Brooklyn College accept Duolingo for graduate admission?+
Yes. The graduate supporting documents page lists Duolingo with TOEFL, IELTS and Pearson.
What Duolingo score does the Brooklyn College MS in Finance need?+
120, per the programme page.
What Duolingo score does the MS in Computer Science list?+
Duolingo 105 to 160, for F-1 or J-1 international students.
How old can my Duolingo score be for Brooklyn College?+
It must be from an assessment within the past two years.
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