University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for George Mason University?

George Mason University sets a Duolingo English Test minimum of 110 for undergraduate admission and 120 for graduate admission. The same table lists IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in each subsection for undergraduates and 7.0 with 6.5 for graduate applicants, or 6.5 overall for College of Engineering and Computing applicants. Scores older than two years are not accepted.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

George Mason Duolingo minimums by level

From George Mason's English language requirements page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate110Exam no older than two years
Graduate120Exam no older than two years

George Mason's Duolingo rules

George Mason requires English proficiency for admission consideration regardless of citizenship, shown by an exam or a listed waiver, and it will not accept exam scores older than two years. The page gives no Duolingo subscore minimums and no Duolingo-specific engineering figure.

For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 6.5 with 6.0 in each subsection for undergraduates and 7.0 with 6.5 for graduate applicants; all College of Engineering and Computing applicants need IELTS 6.5 with no subsection minimum. IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted and IELTS Indicator is not.

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If your Duolingo score is below George Mason's level

George Mason's own Academic English programme counts as proof of English at level 6 for undergraduates and level 7 for graduate students, although the page says those levels may not run every semester. Its Gateway unit provides English instruction and assessment for speakers of other languages. Waivers are listed for applicants such as four-year graduates of accredited US secondary schools.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does George Mason need?+

110 for undergraduate admission and 120 for graduate admission.

How old can a Duolingo score be for George Mason?+

No older than two years.

Is there an English route instead of Duolingo at George Mason?+

Yes. George Mason Academic English at level 6 for undergraduates or level 7 for graduate students.

What IELTS score does George Mason need?+

6.5 with 6.0 per subsection for undergraduates and 7.0 with 6.5 for graduate applicants, or 6.5 for all engineering and computing applicants.

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Guide updated on 31 October 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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