Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 29 October 2026
SJU graduate English minimums
From SJU's graduate admission dates and details page. It does not set a minimum for each IELTS band.
| Level or programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate, most programmes | 6.5 overall | TOEFL iBT 80 (4 on the 2026 scale), PTE 60, Duolingo 110 |
| Master of Health Administration, Health Informatics MS, Health Education MS | Not stated separately | TOEFL 90 (4.5 on the updated scale) |
| Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology/Toxicology | Not stated separately | TOEFL 90 (4.5) or Duolingo 120 |
ELS instead of a test
SJU accepts completion of ELS Language Center English Level 112, with a favourable recommendation letter from an ELS administrator, in place of a TOEFL, IELTS or PTE score.
Official TOEFL, IELTS or PTE scores must have been taken within the last two years.
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Undergraduates and programme checks
The minimums above are for graduate admission. Health science programmes such as occupational therapy, physician assistant studies, pharmacy and physical therapy have their own pages, so check the one you are applying to.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your SJU programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Saint Joseph's 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 Saint Joseph's University need for a master's?+
IELTS 6.5 overall for most graduate programmes.
Does SJU accept Duolingo?+
Yes. 110 for most graduate programmes, and 120 for some science and pharmacy programmes.
Does SJU accept PTE?+
Yes, with a minimum of 60.
How old can my IELTS be for SJU?+
It must have been taken within the last two years.
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