University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Loyola University Chicago?

Loyola University Chicago asks international undergraduates for a Duolingo English Test score of 110. At graduate level, the MS in Data Science lists 105, and the Computer Science department names Duolingo among accepted tests. Applicants who meet every requirement except English can be admitted through the International Conditional Admission Program (ICAP).
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Loyola Chicago Duolingo minimums

From the undergraduate international admissions page, the MS in Data Science admissions page and the Computer Science graduate handbook admissions page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate110Official scores
MS in Data Science105Programme page minimum
Computer Science graduate programmesAcceptedRefers you to the international admission page for scores

Test rules and the IELTS level

The undergraduate page says the application may require official TOEFL, IELTS, PTE or Duolingo scores. None of the pages read states a validity period or a separate DET level for assistantships, and none gives Duolingo sending instructions, so follow the instructions in your application portal.

On the same pages, IELTS is 6.5 for undergraduates and 6 for the MS in Data Science.

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If your Duolingo score is short

Loyola's ICAP is open to undergraduates in all majors and to all graduate and professional programmes except those in the Stritch School of Medicine. You take English as a second language coursework with tutoring and advising, and completing the English Language Learning Program means no new test score is needed. The ICAP page describes eligibility in terms of TOEFL or IELTS scores and sets no DET band.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Loyola University Chicago need?+

110 for undergraduate admission.

Does Loyola accept Duolingo for graduate study?+

Some programmes do. The MS in Data Science lists 105, and Computer Science names Duolingo among accepted tests.

Is there conditional admission at Loyola Chicago?+

Yes, ICAP, for most undergraduate and graduate programmes except Stritch School of Medicine programmes.

Is Loyola's Duolingo minimum the same for all programmes?+

No. The undergraduate level is 110 while the MS in Data Science lists 105, so check your programme page.

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