University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for Kwansei Gakuin University?

Kwansei Gakuin University's IBA business school accepts PTE Academic at 55 for its English-taught International Management Course (MBA), for Spring 2027 entry and beyond. The same list asks IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 85. Every applicant must submit an English test score, whatever their nationality or the university they graduated from.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

Kwansei Gakuin PTE minimum

From the IBA International Management Course FAQ.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
IBA International Management Course (MBA), Spring 2027 onward55None stated

Test rules and how PTE compares with IELTS at Kwansei Gakuin

The FAQ names the test as "Pearson PTE-A" and says applicants must meet or exceed the minimum on one listed test. It does not mention PTE Academic Online, PTE Core, score validity or how to send scores; the admissions page it links to covers the application package.

On the same list, PTE-A 55 sits beside TOEFL iBT 85, TOEFL ITP 570, IELTS 6.0, TOEIC 780, Duolingo 115 and Cambridge CPE 169.

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If you fall short

The FAQ does not offer conditional admission below these scores. Once enrolled, the course runs English Communication and Advanced English Communication classes, but they do not replace the entry score. The FAQ says applicants need a bachelor's degree and an English score regardless of where they graduated.

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

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does Kwansei Gakuin IBA need?+

PTE Academic 55 for the International Management Course, Spring 2027 onward.

Do I need an English test if my degree was in English?+

The FAQ says an English score is required regardless of the university you graduated from or your nationality.

What is the IELTS equivalent at Kwansei Gakuin IBA?+

IELTS 6.0, on the same list.

Does Kwansei Gakuin's undergraduate International Studies admission accept PTE?+

The IBA FAQ covers only the business school. Check the School of International Studies admission page for its own test list.

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Guide updated on 2 November 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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