University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for LSU New Orleans?

LSU New Orleans asks for a Duolingo English Test score of 100 from freshman and transfer applicants and 105 from graduate school applicants. IELTS is 6.5 at both levels. The university notes that Duolingo results include a video interview and writing sample that are shared with it, and that certified results arrive within 48 hours.
  • Guide updated · 1 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

LSU New Orleans Duolingo minimums by level

From LSU New Orleans' international undergraduate requirements and its Graduate School international requirements.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Freshman100
Transfer (24+ university credits)100Minimum 2.25 GPA
Graduate School105Waived with a US bachelor's or master's degree

How LSU New Orleans handles Duolingo scores

The undergraduate page states the split directly: minimum 100 for undergraduates and 105 for graduate school applicants. It adds that the proficiency score, video interview and writing sample are shared with LSU New Orleans when you send results, and that certified results are available within 48 hours of the test session. Neither page gives a validity period or subscore rule.

For comparison, the undergraduate page and the Graduate School page both set IELTS at 6.5.

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If your Duolingo score is below LSU New Orleans' level

The Graduate School page describes conditional admission in which English proficiency, if not provided with the application, is required before full admission and before an I-20 is issued. Neither page describes an ESL pathway. Undergraduates can also meet the requirement with prior credit in a regionally accredited college-level English course.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does LSU New Orleans need?+

100 for undergraduates and 105 for graduate school applicants.

What is LSU New Orleans' IELTS equivalent?+

IELTS 6.5 at both levels.

How fast does LSU New Orleans get Duolingo results?+

The page says certified results are available within 48 hours of the test session.

Can I be admitted to graduate school before sending the score?+

Conditionally admitted students must provide English proficiency before full admission and before the I-20 is issued.

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Guide updated on 1 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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