Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
MSU Billings Duolingo minimums by level
From MSUB's undergraduate English proficiency page and its graduate application instructions.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100 | Conditional admission available |
| Graduate | 100 | Provisional admission through the IELP |
How MSU Billings handles Duolingo scores
Both pages list Duolingo 100 in their test tables. The graduate page says official results can be sent to Admissions and Records, Attn: International Admissions. Neither page gives a Duolingo validity period or subscore rule.
For comparison, the undergraduate page sets IELTS at 6.0 and the graduate page sets it at 6.5.
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If your Duolingo score is below MSU Billings' level
Undergraduates who are academically qualified may be awarded conditional admission; completing an intensive English programme then satisfies the requirement. Graduate applicants may be considered for provisional admission with required attendance in the Intensive English Language Program (IELP). Completing set levels at partner language schools, such as level 112 at ESL Language Centers, also counts for undergraduates.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your MSU Billings programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does MSU Billings need?+
100, for both undergraduate and graduate applicants.
What is MSU Billings' IELTS equivalent?+
IELTS 6.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate study.
Does MSU Billings offer conditional admission?+
Yes. Undergraduates can get conditional admission and graduate applicants provisional admission through intensive English study.
Does a language school count instead of Duolingo?+
Yes. Completing set levels at partner schools, such as level 112 at ESL Language Centers, counts for undergraduates.
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