Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
JMU Duolingo minimums by level
From JMU's international undergraduate admissions process and The Graduate School's English language proficiency page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (first-year and transfer) | 120 | Three of four subscores at 100 or above; Production subscore above 95 |
| Graduate | 105 | Typically acceptable; some programmes require higher; each subtest must be satisfactory |
How JMU handles Duolingo scores
Undergraduates must have scores sent directly from the testing agency, with JMU's CEEB code 005392 on the testing form; student copies are not accepted.
At graduate level, all official scores must come directly from the testing service, and the page says Duolingo should email scores to tgs@jmu.edu. Applicants with an unusual way to show English proficiency can email evidence to the same address after applying, though verification can take extra time.
For comparison, the undergraduate page asks IELTS 6.5 with three subscores at 6.5 and one at 6.0 or above, and the graduate page treats IELTS 6.5 as typically acceptable.
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If your Duolingo score is below JMU's level
Undergraduate applicants who meet the academic requirements but not the English requirement may apply for the International Year Program at the James Madison University International Study Center. The graduate page describes no conditional route.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your JMU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does JMU need for undergraduates?+
120 overall, with three subscores at 100 or above and Production above 95.
What Duolingo score does JMU graduate school accept?+
105 or above is typically acceptable, though some programmes require more.
How do I send Duolingo scores to JMU graduate school?+
The page says Duolingo should email scores directly to tgs@jmu.edu.
Is there a pathway at JMU if my English score is too low?+
Undergraduates can apply for the International Year Program at the JMU International Study Center.
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