Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
Fairfield University English requirements by applicant type
From Fairfield's international application requirements page. No IELTS band minimums are given.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (first-year) | 6.5 | TOEFL iBT 4.5 (from 21 Jan 2026) or 80 (earlier), Duolingo 115 |
| Graduate | 6.5 | TOEFL iBT 4.5 (from 21 Jan 2026) or 80 (earlier), Duolingo 105 |
| Graduate: School of Education and Human Development | 7.5 | TOEFL iBT 84 with 21 reading and 23 writing (or 550 paper-based) |
| Transfer | 6.5 | TOEFL iBT 80 or 550 paper-based, Duolingo 105 |
Tests Fairfield accepts
The page lists TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo only. It does not list PTE, and it does not publish a waiver for English-medium schooling; the requirement applies to all students whose native language is not English.
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Official score reports
Official institutional score reports are required; student score reports are not accepted. Undergraduate applications are not reviewed until every required document has arrived, including a school counselor recommendation and secondary school records.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Fairfield programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Fairfield 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 Fairfield University require?+
IELTS 6.5 for undergraduate, graduate and transfer applicants, and 7.5 for the School of Education and Human Development.
Does Fairfield accept Duolingo?+
Yes. Duolingo 115 for first-year undergraduates and 105 for graduate and transfer applicants.
Does Fairfield accept PTE?+
The international requirements page lists TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo only.
Can I send my own copy of my IELTS result to Fairfield?+
No. Official institutional score reports are required and student score reports are not accepted.
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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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