University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for Robert Morris University?

Robert Morris University asks first-year and transfer undergraduates for a PTE score of 42 and graduate applicants for PTE 53. The page sets no per-skill PTE minimum. Partnerships with the University of Pittsburgh's English Language Institute and ELS Language Centers offer conditional admission or test waivers to students who fall short.
  • Guide updated · 2 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

Robert Morris PTE minimums by level

From RMU's international admission requirements page.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Undergraduate (first-year and transfer)42None stated
Graduate53None stated

Test rules and how to send your score

RMU accepts TOEFL, IELTS, PTE and Duolingo. For graduate applicants the page says an English test may be required. It does not mention PTE Academic Online, PTE Core, a validity period or a Pearson institution code.

IELTS Academic is 5 overall for undergraduates on the same page. Graduate IELTS is 6.5 for most schools and 7.0 for the School of Nursing, Education and Human Studies, while PTE stays at 53 for every graduate school.

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If you fall short

Students at the University of Pittsburgh's English Language Institute who complete levels 5 or 6 with the required grades may have the test waived, and current ELI students may get conditional admission. ELS Level 112 completers may have the test waived, and students enrolled at ELS who plan to finish Level 112 can get conditional admission. Undergraduates can also use SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 540.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Robert Morris programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does Robert Morris University need?+

42 for undergraduates and 53 for graduate applicants.

Is the graduate PTE score higher for nursing at RMU?+

No. The page lists PTE 53 for all graduate applicants, although IELTS is 7.0 for nursing.

Does RMU offer conditional admission?+

Yes, through partnerships with Pitt's English Language Institute and ELS Language Centers.

Can SAT replace PTE for RMU undergraduates?+

A score of 540 or higher on SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing may be accepted.

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Guide updated on 2 November 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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