Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
IU Northwest PTE minimums by level
From the English proficiency table on IU Northwest's international students page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 48 | None stated |
| Graduate | 53 | None stated |
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The page does not mention PTE Academic Online, PTE Core, a validity period or a Pearson institution code. Graduate applicants are told to contact their programme for application and admission requirements.
On the same table, IELTS is 6.0 or higher for undergraduates and 6.5 or higher for graduate study, so PTE 48 sits beside IELTS 6.0 and PTE 53 beside IELTS 6.5.
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If you fall short
Completing an ESL programme at a regionally accredited US institution is another listed option, and exceptions may be made case by case. Graduates of US high schools and those who completed the equivalent of ENG-W 131 are exempt from documentation and placement testing.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your IU Northwest programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does IU Northwest need?+
48 or higher for undergraduates and 53 or higher for graduate study.
Will I take a placement test at IU Northwest?+
First-time international undergraduates and transfer students take English and mathematics placement exams unless exempt.
What IELTS score matches IU Northwest's PTE 53?+
IELTS 6.5 or higher for graduate study.
Can an ESL programme replace PTE?+
Yes. Completing ESL at a regionally accredited US institution is listed.
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- Indiana University South Bend PTE requirement
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