Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Missouri Western PTE minimums by level
From the international admissions page and the graduate catalog's international students page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 44 | None stated |
| Master's | 53 | None stated |
Test rules and how to send your score
Neither page mentions PTE Academic Online, PTE Core, a validity period or a Pearson institution code. The graduate catalog says an I-20 is issued only when all admission requirements have been met.
In the same table, IELTS is 5.5 for bachelor's and 6.0 for master's applicants, so PTE 44 and 53 are the PTE routes to those levels. Duolingo is 95 and 105.
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If you fall short
The graduate catalog waives the test after 24 credit hours of upper-level undergraduate or 12 hours of graduate study in English outside the US with a 3.0 GPA, or a US bachelor's degree. Neither page describes conditional admission on a lower PTE score.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Missouri Western programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does Missouri Western need?+
44 for bachelor's and 53 for master's admission.
Is there a PTE section minimum?+
No. Both pages give an overall score only.
Can graduate applicants get a waiver?+
Yes, with set English-medium study at a 3.0 GPA or a US bachelor's degree.
What IELTS score matches at Missouri Western?+
IELTS 5.5 for bachelor's and 6.0 for master's.
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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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