University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Carleton University?

Carleton University asks for a Duolingo English Test score of 120 for undergraduate entry with no further ESL requirement, with at least 110 in writing, reading and speaking and 105 in listening. A score of 80 can bring an offer that includes Academic ESL courses. Graduate study needs 125 with at least 120 in each integrated sub-score.
  • Guide updated · 1 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Carleton Duolingo minimums by level

From Carleton's undergraduate ESL admissions page and the graduate regulations.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate, no ESL requirement120Minimum 110 writing, 110 reading, 110 speaking, 105 listening
Undergraduate, with ESL requirement80Minimum 65 writing, 75 reading, 70 speaking, 75 listening
Graduate125Minimum 120 in each integrated sub-score

How Carleton handles Duolingo scores

To send a Duolingo score, log in to your test account and select Carleton University as a recipient institution. Carleton says it may ask any applicant for a test, and may reassess its decision if you submit both transcripts and a test score.

For comparison, the undergraduate page and the graduate regulations both set IELTS Academic at 6.5 with 6.0 in each band.

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If your Duolingo score is below 120

With a Table 2 score such as Duolingo 80, you may be admitted with an English as a Second Language Requirement. You take Academic ESL with a limited number of degree courses in your first terms, earning credit while you finish the requirement. At graduate level, applicants below the standard may be admitted with an ESL requirement or set courses, and completing ESLA 1900 with B- or higher also meets the requirement.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Carleton need for undergraduates?+

120, with at least 110 in writing, reading and speaking and 105 in listening, for entry with no ESL requirement.

Can I get into Carleton with Duolingo 80?+

An 80 with the listed skill minimums can bring an offer with an ESL requirement.

What Duolingo score does Carleton need for graduate study?+

125 with at least 120 in each integrated sub-score.

How do I send Duolingo results to Carleton?+

Log in to your Duolingo account and select Carleton University as a recipient.

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