Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Drexel PTE figures by route
From the College of Engineering graduate admission guidelines, the LeBow graduate requirements page, the undergraduate standardized tests page and the International Gateway Program page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering graduate programmes (MS and PhD) | 61 | Not stated |
| LeBow graduate business | Accepted, no minimum printed | Not stated |
| Undergraduate | Accepted, no minimum printed | Not stated |
| International Gateway, fall entry (example range) | 41 to 53+ | Not stated |
| International Gateway, winter and spring entry | 43+ | Not stated |
Test rules and how to send your score
Undergraduate applicants whose first language is not English, and who have not had three full years of instruction in English, must request that results be forwarded to the Admissions Office. The pages give Drexel's TOEFL code 2194 but no PTE code, and they do not mention PTE Academic Online, PTE Core or a validity period.
For comparison, the engineering IELTS minimum is 6.5, matching PTE 61 on the same table.
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If you fall short
Engineering applicants below the department language level who meet everything else may be accepted with a recommendation to complete the graduate language bridge, the five-week Graduate Preparation Program at Drexel's English Language Center. Undergraduates can apply to the International Gateway, a foundation year with up to 25 transferable credits.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Drexel programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does Drexel Engineering need?+
PTE 61 for graduate engineering applicants.
Does Drexel accept PTE for undergraduate admission?+
Yes. Pearson PTE is on the list of approved English proficiency exams, though the page prints no minimum.
What PTE score gets me into Drexel's International Gateway?+
The page gives example ranges of 41 to 53 or more for fall entry and 43 or more for winter and spring.
Does Drexel LeBow accept PTE Express?+
Yes. LeBow lists PTE Academic and Pearson English Express among approved exams.
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