Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Kean Duolingo minimums by level
From Kean's international freshman, transfer and graduate applicant pages.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate freshman | 105 | Fully online programmes are not eligible for waivers |
| Undergraduate transfer | 105 | Six credits of US college English with C or better can waive |
| Graduate | 105 | English-medium or US degree can waive |
How Kean handles Duolingo scores
All three pages say scores must be from tests taken within the past two years and must be sent directly from the testing agency.
For comparison, the same pages ask IELTS 6.0 at every level.
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If your Duolingo score is below Kean's level
None of the pages describes conditional admission or an English pathway. Freshmen can request a waiver with documentation that their secondary school taught in English, but applicants to fully online programmes are not eligible for waivers.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Kean programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does Kean University need?+
105 for freshman, transfer and graduate applicants.
How old can my Duolingo score be for Kean?+
From a test taken within the past two years.
What IELTS score does Kean need?+
IELTS 6.0.
Can I get an English waiver for a Kean online programme?+
No. The freshman page says applicants to fully online programmes are not eligible.
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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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