University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Elon University?

Elon University asks for a Duolingo English Test minimum of 110 from both first-year undergraduate and graduate applicants who studied at a school where English is not the main language of instruction. The same pages set IELTS at 6.5. Graduate programmes can add their own requirements, so check your programme page as well.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Elon Duolingo minimums by level

From Elon's undergraduate international requirements and graduate international requirements.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
First-year undergraduate110Needed if your school does not teach mainly in English
Graduate110Individual programme requirements vary

How Elon handles Duolingo scores

Both pages tie the test requirement to the language of instruction at your school rather than your nationality: if you attend a school where English is not the primary language of instruction, you submit TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo results.

Neither page states a Duolingo validity period or subscore rule.

For comparison, the undergraduate page and the graduate page both set IELTS at 6.5.

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If your Duolingo score is below Elon's level

Neither page offers conditional admission or an English pathway for applicants below 110. The undergraduate page notes that SAT and ACT scores are optional for admission.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Elon University need?+

110 for both undergraduate and graduate applicants.

What is Elon's IELTS equivalent?+

IELTS 6.5 at both levels.

Who has to send an English test to Elon?+

Applicants attending a school where English is not the primary language of instruction.

Do Elon graduate programmes have extra requirements?+

Elon says individual programme requirements vary, so check your programme's page.

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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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