Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 3 November 2026
PSU Duolingo minimums by level
From PSU's undergraduate admission page, Medicine admissions page and graduate requirements page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 60 | Overall score; other routes include IELTS Academic 4, TOEFL iBT 25 (or 2), Qiyas EPT or STEP 50 |
| Preparatory Year for Medicine and Surgery | Not listed | IELTS Academic 5.0 or TOEFL iBT 50 only |
| Master's programmes | Not accepted | TOEFL iBT or IELTS at official centres; online tests not accepted |
PSU test rules and the IELTS comparison
The undergraduate page says the tests are valid for two years from the test date. PSU accepts the Duolingo English Test, TOEFL iBT Home Edition and IELTS Online as online tests, subject to the provider's proctoring and compliance rules, and says a result may be cancelled if those rules are broken. PSU is not responsible for disputes over cancelled results; contact the test provider.
A high school diploma from an international school in Saudi Arabia, or from an English-medium school abroad that the Ministry of Education has equalised, also meets the undergraduate requirement.
For comparison, the same page sets IELTS Academic at an overall 4 for undergraduate entry.
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If your Duolingo score is below 60
Undergraduate applicants who meet none of the English criteria are admitted to the Intensive English Program (IEP), one semester before the Preparatory Year Program (PYP).
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your PSU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does Prince Sultan University need?+
60 overall for undergraduate admission.
Does PSU accept Duolingo for master's programmes?+
No. The graduate page asks for TOEFL iBT or IELTS from official centres and says online tests are not accepted.
How long is a Duolingo score valid for PSU?+
Two years from the test date.
What happens if I score below 60?+
You are admitted to the Intensive English Program, one semester before the Preparatory Year.
What is PSU's IELTS equivalent?+
IELTS Academic 4 overall for undergraduate entry.
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