Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 29 October 2026
Bryant English minimums
From the undergraduate section of Bryant's international student admission page. The page does not list a minimum for each IELTS band, and it does not cover graduate programmes.
| Level or programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 6.5 | TOEFL 80 (tests before 21 Jan 2026) or 4.0 (after), Duolingo 115, PTE 53, Oxford ELLT 7 |
Waivers
Bryant says English examination scores may be eligible for a waiver if your curriculum is taught in English or your SAT or ACT scores meet its requirements. Contact the Admission Office for the details of each route.
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Graduate applicants
The minimums above sit under Bryant's undergraduate admission section. If you are applying to a Bryant master's or MBA, confirm the English requirement on the graduate programme page before booking a test.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Bryant programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Bryant 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 does Bryant University need?+
IELTS 6.5 for international undergraduate applicants.
What Duolingo score does Bryant accept?+
A minimum of 115.
What TOEFL does Bryant need?+
80 for tests before 21 January 2026, or 4.0 for tests after that date.
Can Bryant waive IELTS?+
Yes, possibly, if your curriculum was taught in English or your SAT or ACT scores meet its requirements.
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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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