Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
Rhode Island College English requirements
From Rhode Island College's international student admission page. No IELTS band minimums are listed.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 6.5 | TOEFL web-based 79 or computer-based 213, Duolingo 110 |
Waivers and other tests
The college accepts TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo. It does not list PTE. Proof of English can only be waived for native English speakers applying from a country whose native language is English, so an English-medium school letter on its own is not listed as a waiver.
The college does not offer application fee waivers or a Duolingo fee waiver code.
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After acceptance
Accepted students who need an F-1 visa must send financial documents covering the cost of attendance before the I-20 is issued.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Rhode Island College programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Rhode Island College 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 Rhode Island College require?+
IELTS 6.5.
Does Rhode Island College accept Duolingo?+
Yes. The minimum Duolingo score is 110.
Can Rhode Island College waive the English test?+
Only for students whose native language is English and who apply from a country whose native language is English.
Does Rhode Island College accept PTE?+
The page lists TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo only.
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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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