University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Saint Leo University?

Saint Leo University gives direct admission with a Duolingo English Test score of 105, at both undergraduate and graduate level. Scores from 90 to 104 fall in the Bridge Pathway range: you are still admitted and go straight into your programme with Bridge Program support. IELTS 6.0 gives direct entry and 5.5 to 6.0 the Bridge Pathway.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Saint Leo Duolingo levels

From Saint Leo's international admissions page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate, direct105
Undergraduate, Bridge Pathway90 to 104First semester: 9 general education and 6 elective credits
Graduate, direct105
Graduate, Bridge Pathway90 to 104First semester: 3 credits counted toward electives

How Saint Leo handles Duolingo scores

Saint Leo describes one path for every applicant, on campus, undergraduate or graduate, with the same English bands. A medium of instruction letter is also accepted.

The page gives no Duolingo validity period or subscore rule.

For comparison, the same international page sets IELTS 6.0 for direct entry and 5.5 to 6.0 for the Bridge Pathway.

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If your Duolingo score is below Saint Leo's level

If you score 90 to 104 you are still admitted. The Bridge Program helps you build academic reading, writing and communication skills while you take your first Saint Leo classes. The page gives no route for scores below 90.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Saint Leo need for direct admission?+

105, for undergraduate and graduate applicants.

What is Saint Leo's Bridge Pathway Duolingo range?+

90 to 104.

Am I admitted if I land in the Bridge Pathway range?+

Yes. Saint Leo says you are still admitted and fast-tracked into your programme.

What IELTS score gives direct entry to Saint Leo?+

IELTS 6.0.

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