Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 29 October 2026
Marist English requirements by level
From Marist's international undergraduate application page and the graduate English language proficiency page. Overall scores only.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 6.5 | TOEFL iBT 80 (paper 550, computer 213), Duolingo 115 |
| Graduate | 6.5 (test centre only) | TOEFL 79 (test centre only), PTE 58 (test centre only), Duolingo 115 (online) |
Waivers
Undergraduates can have the requirement waived if they completed or are pursuing the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or scored at least 500 on the SAT Critical Reading or Writing section.
Graduate applicants can be waived after attending a US high school for at least four years, or completing one academic year at a US college or university.
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Validity and sending scores
For undergraduates, scores must come directly from the testing service and be less than two years old on the first day of class of your term of entry. Marist's report code is 2400. Neither page mentions conditional admission or band minimums.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Marist programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Marist 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score does Marist University need?+
IELTS 6.5 for both undergraduate and graduate applicants.
Does Marist accept IELTS Online for graduate study?+
The graduate page says IELTS must be a test-centre exam.
Does Marist accept PTE?+
Yes for graduate applicants, with a score of 58 at a test centre. The undergraduate page lists TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo.
How old can my score be for Marist?+
Undergraduate scores must be less than two years old on the first day of class of your entry term.
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Guide updated on 29 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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