University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Murray State University?

Murray State University asks for a Duolingo English Test score of 100 or higher from undergraduate and graduate applicants. A score of 90 earns full admission with condition, which means keeping a set GPA in your first semester. Some graduate programmes set higher minimums, and the Agriculture M.S. asks for 100 in all areas.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Murray State Duolingo minimums by level

From Murray State's international admissions page and its graduate programme requirements.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate, full admission100Also for transfer applicants
Undergraduate, admission with condition90Keep a 2.0 GPA in the first semester
Graduate, full admission100Some programmes have higher minimums
Graduate, admission with condition90Keep a 3.0 GPA in the first semester
Agriculture (M.S.)100 in all areasIELTS 6.0 in all categories

How Murray State handles Duolingo scores

Students accepted with conditional admission come to Murray to take English classes in the ESL program. Conditional admission is open for all undergraduate programmes and some graduate programmes, and the application fee is $200 rather than $100.

Some programme entries on the graduate requirements page list only IELTS and TOEFL, so check yours. Neither page states a Duolingo validity period.

For comparison, the admissions page sets IELTS at 6.0, or 5.5 for full admission with condition.

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If your Duolingo score is below Murray State's level

With 90 to 99 you can be admitted with condition. Applicants starting in the ESL program still send a language test score such as Duolingo, which Murray uses to place them in the right level.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Murray State need?+

100 for full admission at undergraduate and graduate level.

Can I get into Murray State with Duolingo 90?+

Yes, with full admission with condition: a 2.0 GPA (undergraduate) or 3.0 GPA (graduate) in your first semester.

Do I need Duolingo for Murray State's ESL program?+

A language test score such as Duolingo is needed to place you in the right level.

What IELTS score matches at Murray State?+

IELTS 6.0, or 5.5 for admission with condition.

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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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