University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for North Carolina Central University?

North Carolina Central University (NCCU) asks international first-year and transfer applicants for a Duolingo English Test score of 105. The same page accepts IELTS 6, PTE 44 or TOEFL iBT 4 (61 on the old scale). The test is waived if English is your country's official language or your school taught in English.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

NCCU Duolingo minimums by level

From NCCU's international students admissions page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
First-year undergraduate105At least one accepted test is required
Transfer undergraduate105Same list of tests
GraduateNot on this pageThe admissions page covers first-year and transfer students

How NCCU handles Duolingo scores

The test requirement is waived if your native country's official language is English or your secondary school's main language of instruction was English. TOEFL Essentials is not accepted.

The page states no Duolingo validity period, subscore rule or sending instructions.

For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 6.

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If your Duolingo score is below NCCU's level

The page offers no conditional admission or English pathway. Other routes on the same list include Cambridge English C1 and SAT scores.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does NCCU need?+

105 for first-year and transfer international applicants.

What IELTS score matches at NCCU?+

IELTS 6.

Can I skip the English test at NCCU?+

Yes, if English is your country's official language or your secondary school taught mainly in English.

Does NCCU accept TOEFL Essentials?+

No.

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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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