University English requirements

What IELTS score do you need for Frankfurt School of Finance & Management?

Frankfurt School of Finance & Management asks for excellent English on its master's programmes: IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL iBT 5.0, or an equivalent, on the Master of Finance, Master in Management and Master of Artificial Intelligence & Data Science pages. The Master of Finance regulations also list TOEFL iBT 90 and Cambridge CAE grade B. PTE and Duolingo are not named.
  • Checked against official sources · 8 October 2026
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Programme examples and their scores

Scores below are from the Master of Finance page, the Master in Management page and the Master of Artificial Intelligence & Data Science page. The Master of Finance regulations (PDF) set the English requirement at TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS Academic 7.0, CAE grade B or equivalent.

ProgrammeIELTSTOEFL iBTEnglish test waiver stated
Master of Finance7.0 (Academic, per the regulations)5.0 on the page; 90 in the regulationsOnly for some Frankfurt School bachelor graduates, per the regulations
Master in Management7.05.0May be waived if your bachelor's was conducted in English
Master of Artificial Intelligence & Data Science7.05.0May be waived if your bachelor's was conducted in English

Waivers for English-taught degrees

The Master in Management and AI & Data Science FAQs say the English test may be waived if your bachelor's was conducted in English, and the Master in Management FAQ adds that other waivers can be discussed with masteradmissions@fs.de. Neither names a country restriction or says how the language of instruction must be shown, so ask before relying on an Indian MOI letter.

Under the Master of Finance regulations, Frankfurt School graduates with a 210-credit bachelor's and an overall score of at least 75% can be admitted without proof of English within three years of graduating, if they pass the admission interview.

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Other tests and how to apply

The pages accept TOEFL, IELTS or an equivalent, but do not name PTE Academic or Duolingo. They do not state how old a certificate may be or mention uni-assist; you apply online to Frankfurt School directly.

The Master of Finance and Master in Management also ask for a valid GMAT or GRE score or Frankfurt School's own admission test, which is separate from the English requirement.

Your German student visa is handled by the German embassy or consulate where you apply, not by Frankfurt School. This guide covers Frankfurt School's admission rule only. Our IELTS for Germany guide covers the visa side and test fees.

English requirements in Germany are written into each programme's admission or examination regulations and can change between intakes. The score that binds you is the one on your Frankfurt School programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

Does Frankfurt School accept PTE?+

PTE Academic is not named on the Master of Finance, Master in Management or AI & Data Science pages, which ask for TOEFL, IELTS or equivalent. Ask admissions before booking PTE.

What IELTS score does Frankfurt School need?+

IELTS 7.0 for the Master of Finance, Master in Management and Master of Artificial Intelligence & Data Science.

Can I waive the English test at Frankfurt School?+

For the Master in Management and AI & Data Science, the test may be waived if your bachelor's was conducted in English. The Master in Management FAQ says other waivers are considered on request.

Does Frankfurt School accept Duolingo?+

Duolingo is not named on Frankfurt School's master's programme pages.

Which TOEFL score does the Master of Finance need?+

The programme page lists TOEFL iBT 5.0 on the new scale, and the 2026 regulations list TOEFL iBT 90.

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Verified against the linked official sources on 8 October 2026. Rules change: confirm on the official page before you book or apply.

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