University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Pittsburg State University?

Pittsburg State University (PSU) asks most international undergraduates for a Duolingo English Test score of 100, with at least 100 in each section. Communication, Psychology and ESOL majors need 110, and Nursing requires TOEFL iBT only. Students without a passing score can be offered conditional admission through PSU's Intensive English Program.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Pittsburg State Duolingo minimums by programme

From PSU's international admission information page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Most undergraduate programmes100Minimum 100 in each section
Communication, Psychology, ESOL110
NursingNot acceptedTOEFL iBT required and cannot be waived
GraduateNo figure on this pageDuolingo listed as accepted; not needed for conditional admission

How Pittsburg State handles Duolingo scores

To send scores, log in at englishtest.duolingo.com/applicants, search the institution list and select Pittsburg State University; no school code is needed. The graduate checklist lists TOEFL, IELTS, PTE or Duolingo results, which are not required for conditional admission.

The page states no Duolingo validity period. It lists graduate assistantships as a funding option but says nothing about English tests for them.

For comparison, the same admission page sets IELTS at 6.0 with at least 5.0 in each band, or 6.5 with 5.5 in each section for the higher-requirement majors.

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If your Duolingo score is below Pittsburg State's level

Students without a passing score can be offered conditional admission for most programmes, and must complete the highest level of PSU's Intensive English Program before starting academic courses. IEP applicants take the online Duolingo English Test for pre-assessment; PSU refunds the test fee as a tuition waiver once you enrol in IEP.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Pittsburg State need?+

100 overall with 100 in each section for most undergraduate programmes.

Which Pittsburg State majors need Duolingo 110?+

Communication, Psychology and ESOL.

Can Nursing applicants at PSU use Duolingo?+

No. Nursing requires the TOEFL iBT and it cannot be waived.

Does Pittsburg State offer conditional admission?+

Yes, through the highest level of its Intensive English Program.

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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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