Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Gannon PTE minimum
From Gannon's international apply page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Standard minimum | 53 | None stated |
| Health sciences and select graduate programmes | May differ | Ask your enrolment adviser |
Test rules and how to send your score
The page lists PTE without saying whether PTE Academic Online or PTE Core count. It does not state a validity period or a Pearson institution code, so send your score through your Pearson account and confirm receipt with Gannon.
On the same list, IELTS is 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79 and Duolingo 110, so PTE 53 is the PTE route to the same level as IELTS 6.0.
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If you fall short
Gannon says applicants scoring below the listed number will need to take ESL courses. It also accepts other evidence, such as an A-level C in English, completion of ELS Level 112 or a campus-based ESL programme at an accredited US college, and applicants from English-speaking countries will probably not need ESL courses.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Gannon programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does Gannon University need?+
PTE 53.
What happens below PTE 53 at Gannon?+
You will need to take English as a Second Language courses.
Do all Gannon programmes use PTE 53?+
No. Health sciences and select graduate programmes may have different standards.
What IELTS score matches Gannon's PTE 53?+
IELTS 6.0 on the same 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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