Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
Capitol Tech English requirements
From Capitol Tech's international students admissions page.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (first-time and transfer) | 6.5, no individual score below 6.0 | TOEFL iBT 80 (paper 550), Duolingo 115, LanguageCert International ESOL B2 with 39+ in every skill, SAT EBRW 520 |
Other ways to meet the requirement
Evidence of successful completion (C or higher) of English composition at an accredited US university or college also meets the requirement.
International first-time and transfer students can apply through the Common Application or Capitol Tech's undergraduate application for international students; the page lists a $50 application fee.
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How to check
This page covers first-time and transfer undergraduates, so graduate applicants should confirm their programme's requirement with admissions. Documents can be emailed to international@captechu.edu.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Capitol Tech programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Capitol Technology 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 score does Capitol Technology University require?+
IELTS 6.5 overall with no individual score below 6.0 for international undergraduates.
Does Capitol Tech accept Duolingo?+
Yes, with a minimum score of 115.
Does Capitol Tech accept LanguageCert?+
Yes. LanguageCert International ESOL B2 with scores of 39 or higher in writing, reading, listening and speaking.
Can SAT replace IELTS at Capitol Tech?+
Yes. An SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score of 520 meets the requirement.
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Guide updated on 30 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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