Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
The W English scores
From The W's international admission requirements page. It lists undergraduate minimums with an overall IELTS score only.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 5.5 | TOEFL iBT 71 (525 paper, 197 computer), PTE 48 |
Exemptions
You do not need an English score if you graduated from a US high school with an appropriate ACT or SAT score, completed six semester hours of sophomore-level English at a US college, earned a US bachelor's degree or higher, are a citizen of a country where English is the first language, or graduated from a high school, college or university taught in English.
Duolingo is not on the list. ACT and SAT are not required for admission but are needed for scholarship eligibility and class placement.
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How to check your score
Applications carry a $100 fee and are not processed without it. Transcripts must be evaluated course by course, with SpanTran or WES recommended.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your The W programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Mississippi University for Women 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 Mississippi University for Women require?+
IELTS 5.5 for international undergraduates.
Does The W accept PTE?+
Yes, PTE 48.
Can I skip IELTS at Mississippi University for Women?+
Yes, for example if you studied at an English-medium high school, college or university, or are a citizen of a country where English is the first language.
Does The W accept Duolingo?+
Duolingo is not listed on the requirements page.
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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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