University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for Fontys University of Applied Sciences?

Fontys asks for PTE Academic 61 overall and at least 61 in listening, reading, speaking and writing, with one part allowed to drop to 58. The test must be taken at an authorised test centre, not online, and be no more than two years old when your study starts. The IELTS route is 6.0 with one part allowed at 5.5.
  • Guide updated · 2 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

Fontys PTE minimum

From the accepted English tests and minimum scores page.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
English-taught programmes6161 in each part; one part may be 58

Test rules and how to send your score

The English language requirements page says the test must be taken at an authorised test centre (not online), must not be older than two years when your study starts, and must show the minimum level for your programme. That rules out PTE Academic Online; PTE Core is not mentioned. The page gives no Pearson code; you send an official certificate with your application.

IELTS Academic on the same scores page is 6.0 overall and 6.0 in each part, with one part allowed at 5.5. The PTE rule has the same shape: one weaker skill is tolerated, but only one.

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If you fall short

You may not need a test if your secondary diploma is from a country on the NUFFIC diploma list with English on your transcript, if you completed the IB Diploma, IBCP or European Baccalaureate in English, or if all your education was in English in a listed country. Master's, exchange and Fontys Academy of the Arts applicants may face different rules, so check with your admissions officer. If your test centre is closed, Fontys asks you to contact your admissions officer.

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

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does Fontys need?+

PTE Academic 61 overall and 61 in each part, with one part allowed at 58.

Does Fontys accept PTE Academic Online?+

No. The test must be taken at an authorised test centre, not online.

How old can my PTE score be?+

No older than two years when your study starts.

What is the IELTS equivalent?+

IELTS 6.0 overall and in each part, with one part allowed at 5.5.

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Guide updated on 2 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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