Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Louisiana Tech Duolingo minimums by level
From Louisiana Tech's international undergraduate admissions page and the graduate requirements page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (freshman and transfer) | 100 | Same score listed for English proficiency and English placement |
| Graduate | 105 | Sent through your Duolingo account; no more than two years old |
Test rules and the IELTS comparison
The graduate page says the official Duolingo score must be sent through your Duolingo account and cannot be more than two years old. The undergraduate page lists Duolingo 100 both as proof of English proficiency and for English placement, and notes that PTE is not currently accepted for the Bulldog Scholarship.
Neither page gives a Duolingo level for graduate assistantships.
Compared with IELTS: Louisiana Tech asks for IELTS 6.5 at both levels, alongside Duolingo 100 for undergraduates and 105 for graduate study.
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If you fall short
The graduate page also accepts a certificate of completion of ELS Level 112. For undergraduates, the admissions page lists other proficiency routes such as an English-taught high school curriculum, an SAT EBRW score of 500 or an English Accuplacer score of 250.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Louisiana Tech programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does Louisiana Tech need for undergraduates?+
100.
What Duolingo score does Louisiana Tech need for graduate school?+
105, sent through your Duolingo account and no more than two years old.
Does Louisiana Tech accept ELS instead of Duolingo for graduate study?+
Yes, the graduate page accepts completion of ELS Level 112.
What IELTS score matches Louisiana Tech's Duolingo levels?+
IELTS 6.5 at both levels.
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