University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Idaho State University?

Idaho State University's undergraduate catalogue sets a Duolingo English Test minimum of 85 overall for international applicants, alongside TOEFL 3.5 and IELTS 5.5. Results must be sent directly from the testing organisation to the International Programs Office. You can also be exempt by finishing the ISU Intensive English Institute course with a staff recommendation.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Idaho State Duolingo minimums

From the Idaho State undergraduate catalogue's international admissions section.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate85 overallSent directly to the International Programs Office

How Idaho State handles Duolingo scores

Test results must reach the ISU International Programs Office directly from the testing organisation. The catalogue does not state a Duolingo validity period or subscore rule.

Exemptions cover listed English-speaking countries, English-medium schooling, 14 or more transfer credits from a US institution, the ISU Intensive English Institute with staff recommendation, and ELS Level 112.

For comparison, the same catalogue page sets IELTS at 5.5 overall, or 5.0 on each sub-test.

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If your Duolingo score is below Idaho State's level

Completing the prescribed course at the ISU Intensive English Institute, with the recommendation of its staff, exempts you from the test. Conditional admission in the catalogue is based on GPA (2.25 rather than 2.50), and still requires meeting the English requirement.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Idaho State University need?+

85 overall for undergraduate admission.

Where do I send Duolingo results for Idaho State?+

Directly from the testing organisation to the ISU International Programs Office.

What is Idaho State's IELTS level?+

5.5 overall, or 5.0 on each sub-test.

Does Idaho State's conditional admission waive English?+

No. The catalogue's conditional admission is based on GPA and still requires the English requirement.

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