Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Fresno State PTE minimums by level
From the undergraduate and graduate international admission pages.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 45 | None stated |
| Graduate | 53 | None stated |
Test rules and how to send your score
Graduate applicants are also asked to email an unofficial score report with their other documents. Neither page mentions PTE Academic Online, PTE Core or a validity period.
On the same pages, IELTS is 6.0 (or 5.5 in each section) for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate study, so PTE 45 sits beside IELTS 6.0 and PTE 53 beside IELTS 6.5.
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If you fall short
Fresno State's conditional admission page offers conditional admission in selected degrees and programmes to students without a qualifying score. Students receive a two-year language study I-20 and enrol in the American English Institute. For placement, Pearson's Test of English is on the accepted list with no minimum score, and the report can be sent any time before arrival.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Fresno State programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does Fresno State need?+
45 for undergraduates and 53 for graduate study.
Is there a per-skill PTE minimum at Fresno State?+
Neither the undergraduate nor the graduate page sets one.
Can I enter Fresno State with a lower PTE score?+
Through conditional admission in selected programmes, starting at the American English Institute.
What IELTS score matches Fresno State's graduate PTE 53?+
IELTS 6.5 on the graduate page.
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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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