Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Butler Duolingo minimum
From Butler's English proficiency requirements page, published by the Office of Admission.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Admission (Office of Admission) | 100 | Proof is submitted to the Office of Admission |
| Alternative routes | Not needed | SAT EBRW 500 or ACT English 19 also meet the requirement |
Other ways to qualify and the IELTS comparison
The requirements page also accepts MELAB 80, MET 55, an A or B in GCSE or GCE English, and an IB score of 5 to 7 or a grade of A or B in HL English. It lists countries whose applicants may not need TOEFL scores. The page does not state a score validity period, subscores or a graduate assistantship level.
Compared with IELTS: the same page treats Duolingo 100 and IELTS 6.0 as meeting the requirement.
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If your Duolingo score is below 100
The page read does not describe conditional admission or a pathway. If your Duolingo score falls short, an SAT or ACT score on the list may still meet the requirement.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Butler programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does Butler University require?+
100, per Butler's English proficiency requirements page.
Can I use the SAT instead of Duolingo at Butler?+
Yes. An SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score of 500 meets the requirement.
What IELTS score does Butler accept?+
IELTS 6.0, on the same page as Duolingo 100.
Does Butler set Duolingo subscores?+
No subscores are listed on the requirements page.
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