Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
MSU Texas PTE minimums by level
From the international test scores page and the international graduate application page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 53 | None stated |
| Graduate | 53 | None stated |
Test rules and how to send your score
The international page says official PTE scores must be sent directly to the Office of International Services. The graduate page says electronic scores must be emailed from the testing service, not the applicant. Neither page mentions PTE Academic Online, PTE Core or a validity period.
On both pages, IELTS 6.0 and TOEFL iBT 79 are the matching levels, so PTE 53 sits alongside IELTS 6.0. The graduate page asks for TOEFL section scores but none for PTE.
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If you fall short
The graduate page frames these scores as the bar for unconditional admission and says a local English proficiency examination may be required. Neither page describes a conditional or pathway route with a PTE entry point.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your MSU Texas programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does MSU Texas need?+
53 for undergraduate and graduate admission.
Can I email my own PTE score report?+
No. Scores must come directly from the testing service.
Is there a PTE section minimum?+
No. Neither page sets one.
Does MSU Texas need IELTS 6.0 or PTE 53?+
Either. Both pages list PTE 53 alongside IELTS 6.0 and TOEFL iBT 79.
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Guide updated on 2 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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