Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
MIU English requirements by level
From the entrance requirements on MIU's admissions page.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 6.0 | Duolingo 100, PTE 51, TOEFL iBT 79-80 (or 4.0 on the 1-6 scale) |
| Master's | 6.5 | Duolingo 110, PTE 58, TOEFL iBT 90-91 (or 4.5 on the 1-6 scale) |
Other entry requirements
Bachelor's applicants need a high school diploma or equivalent and a GPA of 2.5 or above from their most recent institution; applicants with 24 or more transferable college credits do not need to submit a high school document. Master's applicants need a four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent and a GPA of 3.0 or above.
The page says applicants below these GPAs may still be considered depending on additional qualifications. It does not list an English test waiver.
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How to check
MIU reviews academic record, recommendations, essays and an interview alongside test scores. Individual programmes may publish their own English rules, so read your programme page as well as the general admissions page.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your MIU programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Maharishi International University publishes an IELTS score, it is the minimum: the floor an application has to meet to be considered, not a score that guarantees an offer.
Competitive programmes, and courses with far more applicants than places, may expect more than the minimum, and some departments set their own overall or per-skill scores, often for writing or speaking. The course page has the final word, so check it before you book a test.
If you are close to the line, aim for a margin above it: one weak skill can miss the requirement even when the overall band clears it. Not sure where you stand? Take a free IELTS mock test and get a band for each skill.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score does Maharishi International University require?+
IELTS Academic 6.0 for bachelor's and 6.5 for master's programmes.
Does MIU accept Duolingo?+
Yes. Duolingo 100 for bachelor's and 110 for master's.
What PTE score does MIU need?+
PTE 51 for bachelor's and 58 for master's.
How old can my IELTS score be for MIU?+
Scores must be from within the past two years.
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Guide updated on 30 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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