Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
CSUMB Duolingo minimums by level
From CSUMB's international how to apply page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 95 | TOEFL iBT 61, PTE 45 |
| Graduate | 105 | TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5, PTE 65 |
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The how to apply page also accepts three or more years of English at a US high school, or transferring English (A2) credit that meets CSUMB's written communication requirement. Graduate applicants should also check their programme's own criteria. The page does not state a Duolingo validity period, subscores or an assistantship level.
Compared with IELTS: CSUMB lists IELTS 6.5 as the graduate minimum on the same page, beside Duolingo 105.
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If your Duolingo score is below the level
The how to apply page says applicants who do not meet the minimum may be eligible for Conditional Admission, and that International Admissions (internationaladmissions@csumb.edu) can discuss alternate ways of proving English proficiency.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your CSUMB programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does Cal State Monterey Bay need for undergraduates?+
95.
What Duolingo score does CSUMB need for graduate students?+
105.
Does CSUMB offer conditional admission?+
The page says applicants below the minimum may be eligible for Conditional Admission.
What IELTS score matches CSUMB's graduate Duolingo 105?+
IELTS 6.5 overall.
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