Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Coastal Carolina PTE minimum
From CCU's English proficiency requirements page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| All applicants (single figure on the page) | 51 | None stated |
Test rules and how to send your score
The page asks international applicants to have required test scores submitted by the testing agency. It prints ETS and ACT codes but no Pearson code, and it does not mention PTE Academic Online, PTE Core or a validity period. It says CCU does not recommend or require any one English test over another.
On the same page, IELTS is 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduates, TOEFL iBT is 71, and Duolingo is 95 for undergraduates and 100 for graduates. Because PTE has only one figure, graduate applicants should confirm 51 with their program.
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If you fall short
The page lists other routes, including ELS Level 110 (undergraduate) or 112 (graduate), Cambridge at C1, and US English composition credit with a C- or better plus 24 transferable credits. The Global Achievement Pathway Program bands are still printed but marked as currently not offered.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Coastal Carolina programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does Coastal Carolina University need?+
A minimum PTE score of 51.
Is the PTE score different for graduate students at CCU?+
The page gives one PTE figure, 51, while IELTS and Duolingo differ by level. Graduate applicants should confirm with their program.
Does CCU set PTE band minimums?+
No per-skill minimum is listed.
Is the Global Achievement Pathway Program open?+
The page marks it as currently not offered.
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