Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Queen's PTE minimums by level
From Queen's undergraduate English proficiency page and the graduate academic calendar on admission.
| Programme or route | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate, direct entry | 60 | Not set |
| QBridge Accelerated (QBA) | 55 | Not set |
| QBridge English for Academic Purposes | 40 | Not set |
| Graduate studies (SGSPA minimum) | 65 | Not set |
Test rules and how to send your score
The undergraduate page says English test results are valid for a maximum of two years before you begin studies, and lists PTE results as sent to "Queen's University through PTE". It does not mention PTE Academic Online or PTE Core. The graduate calendar notes that not all graduate programmes accept every listed test.
Undergraduate IELTS on the same page is 6.5 with no band below 6.0 against PTE 60. In the graduate calendar, IELTS is 7 against PTE 65, and TOEFL iBT is 88 with section minimums.
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If you fall short
Queen's says you may automatically be considered for a QBridge language pathway if you are competitive in every other way, and that submitting a score below the requirement will not harm your application. No separate application is needed on OUAC. The QBridge entry scores are in the table above.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Queen's programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does Queen's University need?+
PTE Academic 60 overall for undergraduate admission and 65 overall for graduate study.
Can I get into Queen's with PTE 55?+
PTE 55 is the entry score for QBridge Accelerated, a language pathway into eligible Queen's degrees.
How long is PTE valid for Queen's?+
Up to two years before you begin your studies, according to the undergraduate page.
Do all Queen's graduate programmes accept PTE?+
The graduate calendar lists PTE Academic 65 but notes that not all graduate programmes accept every test, so check your programme.
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