Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
NCCU PTE minimums by applicant type
From NCCU's international students admissions page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| First-year undergraduate | 44 | None stated |
| Transfer undergraduate | 44 | None stated |
Test rules and how to send your score
The page lists the Pearson Test of English without naming the online or Core versions, a validity period or a Pearson institution code. It does not give graduate English requirements.
On the same page, IELTS is 6 and TOEFL iBT 4 (61 on the old scale), so PTE 44 is the PTE route to that level. TOEFL Essentials is not accepted.
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If you fall short
The page lists SAT reading scores and Cambridge English C1 as other routes. It does not describe conditional admission or an ESL pathway with a PTE entry point.
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 PTE score does North Carolina Central University need?+
At least 44 for first-year and transfer applicants.
Is there a PTE section minimum at NCCU?+
No. The page gives an overall score only.
Does the page cover graduate applicants?+
No. It gives first-year and transfer requirements only.
What IELTS score does NCCU list?+
IELTS 6.
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