University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for Cal Poly Humboldt?

Cal Poly Humboldt asks for PTE 48 for undergraduate admission and PTE 59 for graduate study. Scores must be no older than two years from the start of your application term. Humboldt can make an offer from a copy of your result but needs official scores from Pearson before you start. Undergraduates short on English can seek conditional admission through a partner school.
  • Guide updated · 1 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Cal Poly Humboldt PTE minimums

From Humboldt's English language proficiency page.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Undergraduate48None stated
Graduate59None stated

Test rules and how PTE compares

Humboldt accepts scores no older than two years from the application term start date. It can use a copy of your results to make an offer, but official results must be sent directly by the testing organisation before you begin study. The page does not mention PTE Academic Online or PTE Core.

On the same table, IELTS is 6.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduates.

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If you fall short

Per Humboldt's conditional admission page, undergraduate applicants who meet the academic requirements but not the English one may be admitted to a partner language school with a conditional admission letter for their Humboldt program. They study at the partner school until they reach the required level or an accepted score. The English page also lists completion levels at many language schools, such as ELS level 112, that count in place of a test.

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

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does Cal Poly Humboldt need?+

PTE 48 for undergraduates and 59 for graduate study.

How old can my PTE score be for Humboldt?+

No older than two years from the start date of the term you apply for.

Can I send Humboldt a copy of my PTE score?+

A copy can be used to make an offer, but official results must come from the testing organisation before you start.

Does Cal Poly Humboldt offer conditional admission?+

Yes, for undergraduates, through partner language schools.

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Guide updated on 1 November 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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