University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Marshall University?

Marshall University asks for a Duolingo English Test score of 90 for undergraduate admission and 105 for graduate admission. All applicants must show English proficiency regardless of citizenship unless an exemption applies. The same page sets IELTS Academic at 6.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate study.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Marshall Duolingo minimums by level

From Marshall's proof of English proficiency page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate90ACT, SAT and Cambridge English also listed
Graduate105ACT, SAT and Cambridge not accepted at this level

How Marshall handles Duolingo scores

Marshall says all applicants, regardless of citizenship, must provide proof of English proficiency, and lists exemptions such as a degree from an approved English-speaking country, one year of full-time study at an accredited US university, or transfer credit equivalent to ENG 101 with a C or better. The page gives no validity period or sending instructions.

For comparison, the same page asks IELTS Academic 6.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate applicants.

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If your Duolingo score is below Marshall's level

The page does not describe conditional admission tied to a Duolingo score, but successful completion of an approved ESL programme is listed as an exemption for all applicants.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Marshall University need?+

90 for undergraduates and 105 for graduate applicants.

What IELTS score does Marshall need?+

IELTS Academic 6.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate study.

Can an ESL programme replace a test at Marshall?+

Successful completion of an approved ESL programme is listed as an exemption.

Do US citizens need an English test at Marshall?+

Marshall says all applicants must show proficiency regardless of citizenship, unless an exemption applies.

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Guide updated on 31 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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