University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Central Michigan University?

Central Michigan University asks for a Duolingo English Test score of 100 for regular admission, on the English proficiency page of its international admissions office. The same page lists IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 79 and PTE 53, and says test scores are valid for two years from the test date. No Duolingo subscores are set.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

CMU Duolingo minimum

From CMU's international admissions English proficiency page. The page gives one set of levels for regular admission and does not split them by undergraduate and graduate level.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Regular admission100No subscores stated
ELS Language Center routeNot a Duolingo scoreCompletion of Level 112 for regular admission

Validity and the IELTS comparison

The English proficiency page says test scores are valid for two years from the test date. Where a test provides best scores in specific areas, CMU uses the composite built from the highest score in each section.

The page does not set a separate graduate Duolingo level or a teaching assistant level, so graduate applicants should check their programme. You may be exempt if you are from an English-speaking country.

Compared with IELTS: CMU pairs Duolingo 100 with IELTS 6.5 for regular admission.

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If you fall short

Completing Level 112 at an ELS Language Center counts for regular admission. Other listed routes include completing a course of study at an institution where English is the language of instruction, or 24 or more graded academic credits with a 2.50 GPA there. The page does not describe a conditional admission score for Duolingo.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Central Michigan University need?+

100 for regular admission.

How long is a Duolingo score valid for CMU?+

Two years from the test date.

Does CMU set Duolingo subscores?+

No subscores are listed on its English proficiency page.

What IELTS score matches CMU's Duolingo level?+

IELTS 6.5 for regular admission.

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Guide updated on 31 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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