University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Florida Atlantic University?

Florida Atlantic University asks for a Duolingo English Test score of 110 for undergraduate admission and 110 as the university minimum for graduate admission. Finishing Level VI of the Academic Track at FAU's Intensive English Institute is an alternative at both levels. Undergraduates who meet every requirement except English can apply through the Conditional Admission Track.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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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 programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate110Or IEI Academic Track Level VI (Bridge)
Graduate, university minimum110Or 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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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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