University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Eastern Illinois University?

Eastern Illinois University asks for a Duolingo English Test score of 105 for both undergraduate and graduate admission. The IELTS level rises from 6.0 to 6.5 for graduates, but the Duolingo figure stays the same. Conditional admission is open to undergraduates and to graduates in selected programmes who meet every requirement except English.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

EIU Duolingo minimums by level

From the undergraduate requirements page, the graduate requirements page and the international FAQ.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate105GPA minimum 2.00
Graduate105GPA minimum 2.75; some degrees higher

EIU Duolingo rules

The FAQ confirms EIU accepts Duolingo as proof of English proficiency at 105. English can be waived after 24 semester hours at a US college, ELS Level 112 with a Certificate of Proficiency (graduate), or two consecutive years of study in a listed English-speaking country within the past two years.

The pages give no Duolingo subscores, validity period or teaching assistant English rule. The FAQ says graduate assistantships are available and links to the application.

For comparison, the undergraduate page sets IELTS at 6.0 and the graduate page sets IELTS at 6.5, both on the Academic module.

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If your Duolingo score is below 105

The conditional admission page says undergraduates who meet every requirement except English may be offered conditional admission, granted by the Office of International Students and Scholars. Graduates can get conditional admission in selected programmes, such as the MBA, Biological Sciences, Economics, Mathematics and Technology, granted by the Graduate School. Full admission follows proof of English proficiency. The FAQ adds that applicants planning US ESL training can receive conditional admission for the following semester or year.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your EIU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Eastern Illinois University need?+

105 for both undergraduate and graduate admission.

Does EIU accept Duolingo for graduate school?+

Yes, at 105.

Can I get conditional admission at EIU?+

Yes for undergraduates, and for graduates in selected programmes, if you meet all requirements except English.

Does EIU offer graduate assistantships?+

Yes. The FAQ says you can apply for one; it sets no separate English score.

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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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