Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Creighton Duolingo bands for undergraduates
From the undergraduate catalog's international admission page. This guide covers undergraduate entry; Creighton's graduate and professional schools set their own English rules.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Unconditional admission | 110 or above | Direct entry to degree study |
| Bridge admission | 95 to 105 | Bridge programme |
| Provisional admission | 90 or below | Enrol in Creighton's Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) |
Who needs a Duolingo score
You must submit English scores if your native language is not English or you did not graduate from a high school that taught in English. The test may be waived if you completed at least two years of high school (one year of college coursework for transfers), or attended an American or English international school, an IB programme, or school in a listed country such as Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand or Singapore.
The catalog page gives no Duolingo subscore floors, validity period or sending instructions.
For comparison, the same chart sets IELTS at 6.5 overall with no section below 6.0 for unconditional admission, 6.5 with a section below 6.0 or 6.0 overall for Bridge, and 5.5 or below for provisional admission.
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If your Duolingo score is below 110
Students who have not reached the required level may be admitted provisionally if they enrol in IELI, or until they meet one of the unconditional options. Completing IELI or another accredited English programme can make you eligible for the Bridge programme, and in some cases for unconditional admission with extra documentation.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Creighton programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score gives unconditional admission to Creighton?+
110 or above for undergraduates.
What Duolingo score leads to Creighton's Bridge programme?+
95 to 105.
Can I get into Creighton with a Duolingo score of 90?+
A score of 90 or below falls in the provisional band, which means enrolling in Creighton's Intensive English Language Institute.
Does this apply to Creighton graduate programmes?+
No. The chart is from the undergraduate catalog; graduate and professional schools publish their own rules.
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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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