Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
Drury English requirements by level
From Drury's international undergraduate application page and its international graduate admission page.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 5.5 | TOEFL iBT 62, Duolingo 90, SAT 500 verbal, ACT 21, SAKAE 10, A levels C or higher |
| Graduate | 6.5 | TOEFL 80, Duolingo 105 |
Other ways to meet the requirement
Undergraduates can also use at least 30 credit hours at a US regionally accredited college, an International Baccalaureate Diploma, level 112 or higher at an accredited ELS centre, or completion of all ELI Level 4 courses.
For graduate study, the English test is waived if you completed at least two years of full-time college-level study in a country where English is the official language, or if English is the official language of your country.
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How to check
Graduate test scores must not be expired and must be sent by the testing company. Undergraduate questions go to iadmissions@drury.edu.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Drury programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Drury University publishes an IELTS score, it is the minimum: the floor an application has to meet to be considered, not a score that guarantees an offer.
Competitive programmes, and courses with far more applicants than places, may expect more than the minimum, and some departments set their own overall or per-skill scores, often for writing or speaking. The course page has the final word, so check it before you book a test.
If you are close to the line, aim for a margin above it: one weak skill can miss the requirement even when the overall band clears it. Not sure where you stand? Take a free IELTS mock test and get a band for each skill.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score does Drury University require?+
IELTS 5.5 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate programmes.
Does Drury accept Duolingo?+
Yes. Duolingo 90 for undergraduates and 105 for graduate programmes.
Can SAT or ACT replace IELTS at Drury?+
Yes for undergraduates: SAT 500 or higher in verbal, or ACT 21 or higher.
Is IELTS waived for Drury graduate programmes?+
Yes if English is your country's official language or you studied two years full time at college level in such a country.
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Guide updated on 30 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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