Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
FAU Duolingo minimums by level
From FAU's undergraduate English proficiency tests page and the Graduate College's apply page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 110 | Or IEI Academic Track Level VI (Bridge) |
| Graduate, university minimum | 110 | Or IEI Academic Track Level VI |
Test rules and the IELTS comparison
Neither page states a Duolingo validity period, subscores or sending instructions beyond naming englishtest.duolingo.com, and neither mentions teaching assistantships. The undergraduate page notes that students who meet the Florida Board of Governors SAT or ACT college-readiness section scores do not need an English test.
For comparison, the same pages set IELTS at 6.5 for undergraduates and 6.0 for graduate admission, so the Duolingo minimum is the same at both levels while IELTS is not.
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If your Duolingo score falls short
FAU's Conditional Admission Track page gives conditional admission to qualified students who meet every requirement except English. Intensive English Institute students who are committed to FAU apply to the track and to FAU at the same time. The page sets no Duolingo entry level for it.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your FAU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does FAU need?+
110 for undergraduate admission and 110 as the graduate university minimum.
Is there an alternative to Duolingo at FAU?+
Yes. Completing Level VI of the Intensive English Institute's Academic Track is accepted at both levels.
Does FAU offer conditional admission?+
Yes, for qualified undergraduates who meet every requirement except English, through the Conditional Admission Track.
Is the FAU IELTS level the same for undergrad and grad?+
No. IELTS is 6.5 for undergraduates and 6.0 for graduate admission, while Duolingo is 110 for both.
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