Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Emerson PTE minimum
From Emerson's international applicants page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 65 | None stated |
Test rules and how to send your score
The page does not mention PTE Academic Online, PTE Core, a validity period or a Pearson code. It does say Emerson accepts the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition but not the IELTS Indicator or TOEFL ITP Plus for China, so check with admissions before relying on an at-home PTE.
IELTS on the same page is 7.0 and TOEFL is 5 (minimum 4 in each section) from 2026, or 95 (minimum 20 in each section) before 2026.
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If you fall short, and exemptions
You do not need a test if you are completing your fourth consecutive year of secondary study at an English-language institution, or if you submit a qualifying SAT or ACT score. If English is the national or primary language of your country, you complete the English Proficiency Waiver in the Admission Portal. No conditional admission route is described.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Emerson programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does Emerson College need?+
PTE Academic 65.
Does Emerson set PTE section minimums?+
No per-skill PTE minimum is printed.
Can an SAT score replace PTE at Emerson?+
Yes. A qualifying SAT or ACT score automatically satisfies the requirement.
What IELTS score matches PTE 65 at Emerson?+
IELTS 7.0 on the same page.
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Guide updated on 1 November 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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