Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
Park English requirements by level
From Park's English language proficiency page, its undergraduate requirements for applicants outside the US and its graduate admission requirements.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 6.0 | TOEFL iBT 69 (4.0 from 2026), Duolingo 100, PTE Academic 53, iTEP 3.7 |
| Graduate | 6.5 | TOEFL iBT 79 (4.5 from 2026), Duolingo 110, PTE Academic 59, iTEP 3.9 |
Other ways to meet the requirement
US citizens and permanent residents are exempt. Others can use an ESL completion certificate from an accredited US centre (ELS level 112 or The Language Company level 9), 24 non-ESL credit hours from a regionally accredited US institution, a US diploma or degree, or a diploma from an English-medium postsecondary institution with at least three years of full-time enrolment.
Park also accepts SAT 930 or ACT 19 with set subscores, at least three years of coursework in a country where English is the official language, or a letter from an official exchange partner. Its exempt-country list includes Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Cameroon, the Philippines, Singapore and South Africa; students from Quebec may still need to show proficiency. The graduate page also lists a bachelor's degree taught in English.
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How to check
Scores must be sent electronically to Park directly from the testing company. Park's TOEFL code is 6574.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Park programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Park University publishes an IELTS score, it is the minimum: the floor an application has to meet to be considered, not a score that guarantees an offer.
Competitive programmes, and courses with far more applicants than places, may expect more than the minimum, and some departments set their own overall or per-skill scores, often for writing or speaking. The course page has the final word, so check it before you book a test.
If you are close to the line, aim for a margin above it: one weak skill can miss the requirement even when the overall band clears it. Not sure where you stand? Take a free IELTS mock test and get a band for each skill.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score does Park University require?+
IELTS 6.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate programmes.
Does Park University accept Duolingo?+
Yes. Duolingo 100 for undergraduates and 110 for graduate study.
Do Nigerian students need IELTS for Park University?+
No. The admission pages say students from Ghana, Kenya and Nigeria are exempt from the English test.
Can an English-medium bachelor's waive IELTS at Park?+
The graduate page lists a bachelor's degree taught in English as a way to show proficiency.
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Guide updated on 30 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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