Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Fort Hays State Duolingo minimums by level
From FHSU's international language requirements page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 95 | Or TLC Level 9 |
| Graduate | 110 | Or TLC Level 9 plus two Advanced English modules |
How Fort Hays State handles Duolingo scores
You must meet the English requirement before beginning academic coursework. Institutional TOEFL, TOEFL Essentials and institutional completion scores are not accepted. The page states no Duolingo validity period or subscore rule.
Exceptions cover 24 or more US post-secondary credits with the required GPA, English as your home country's native language, and current US high school students with a 2.5 GPA and two years of English.
For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 5.5 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate applicants.
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If your Duolingo score is below Fort Hays State's level
FHSU encourages applicants below the minimum to enrol in The Language Company's online Intensive English Program. You may be admitted and sent the I-20 if you meet all other requirements and will complete TLC: Level 9 for undergraduates, or Level 9 plus two Advanced English modules for graduate study.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Fort Hays State programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does Fort Hays State need?+
95 for undergraduates and 110 for graduate applicants.
Can I be admitted to FHSU below the Duolingo minimum?+
Yes, if you meet all other requirements and will complete The Language Company's online Intensive English Program.
What is FHSU's IELTS level?+
5.5 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate study.
Does FHSU accept TOEFL Essentials?+
No. Institutional TOEFL, TOEFL Essentials and institutional completion scores are not accepted.
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