Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Roanoke College English requirements
From Roanoke's steps to apply for international students. The page gives recommended scores rather than fixed minimums.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| First-year and transfer applicants | 6.0 or higher (recommended) | TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 110, SAT 1140-1270, ACT 22-28 |
Other ways to meet the requirement
Roanoke will also consider CEFR levels, Cambridge exam scores, IB English Language grades of A or B, or a written statement from a school official confirming that the medium of instruction was English.
Questions about other English proficiency options go to the Director of International Recruitment.
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How to check
Because the scores are recommendations, a slightly lower score is not an automatic refusal, but meeting them makes your application stronger. Limited financial aid is available through an optional application.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Roanoke programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Roanoke 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 Roanoke College require?+
Roanoke recommends an IELTS score of 6.0 or higher.
Does Roanoke accept Duolingo?+
Yes. The recommended Duolingo score is 110 or higher.
What TOEFL score does Roanoke recommend?+
TOEFL iBT 80 or higher.
Can I use an English-medium letter instead of IELTS?+
Roanoke says it will consider a written statement from a school official verifying English as the medium of instruction.
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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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