Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
CityU PTE minimums by program type
From CityU's English proficiency page, which lists PTE in its equivalency chart of recognised tests.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate, language-assisted graduate, ELP Level 7 | 51 | None stated |
| Graduate and doctoral (non-assisted) | 59 | None stated |
Test rules and how to send your score
CityU says scores for tests taken outside the university must be authenticated by the test publisher, so have Pearson send or verify your result. The page says English placement test scores are valid for 24 months. It does not mention PTE Academic Online, PTE Core or a Pearson institution code.
In the same chart, IELTS is band 6.0 for undergraduate and language-assisted graduate study and band 6.5 for graduate and doctoral programs, beside PTE 51 and 59.
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If you fall short
CityU runs its own English Language Program and places students with the iTEP Plus exam. Language-assisted graduate programs exist alongside non-assisted ones, and completing the right ELP level (Level 6 for undergraduate and language-assisted graduate programs, Level 8 for non-assisted graduate programs) also meets the requirement.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your CityU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does City University of Seattle need?+
PTE 51 for undergraduate and language-assisted graduate programs, and 59 for graduate and doctoral programs.
Does CityU set PTE section minimums?+
The equivalency chart gives overall scores only.
How long are scores valid at CityU?+
The page says English placement test scores are valid for 24 months.
What if my PTE is below 51?+
You can study in CityU's English Language Program, which places students by iTEP Plus.
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