Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 29 October 2026
Rider graduate business English minimums
From Rider's graduate business how-to-apply page. It covers the master's in accountancy, the MBA, the master's in information systems and graduate certificates. Non-native English speakers and applicants whose undergraduate degree is from a non-English-speaking country must submit proof.
| Test | Minimum |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 |
| TOEFL | 79 internet-based or 540 paper-based |
| PTE Academic | 53 |
| Duolingo | 100 |
| iTEP | 3.9 |
| Trinity ISE II | Pass |
Waiver
Rider says the requirement may be waived for students attending international schools, and asks applicants to contact its global admissions team for details. The page sets no minimum for each IELTS band.
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Conditional admission
Students with scores below Rider's minimum are considered for conditional admission through the English Language Institute. Other Rider schools publish their own application pages, so check yours if you are not applying to a business programme.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Rider programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Rider 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 does Rider University need for an MBA?+
IELTS 6.5 for Rider's graduate business programmes, including the MBA.
Does Rider accept Duolingo?+
Yes. The graduate business page lists a minimum of 100.
What if my IELTS is below 6.5 for Rider?+
You will be considered for conditional admission through Rider's English Language Institute.
Does Rider accept PTE?+
Yes, PTE Academic with a minimum of 53.
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