Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Seattle Pacific PTE minimums
From SPU's international students admissions page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (PTE Academic) | 56 | None stated |
| Undergraduate (PTE Express Test) | 59 | None stated |
Test rules and how to send your score
SPU asks for official results of an approved test. The page does not mention PTE Academic Online or PTE Core, a validity period or a Pearson code, so send through your Pearson account and confirm receipt with international admissions.
IELTS on the same page is 6.5, so PTE 56 is the PTE route to the IELTS 6.5 level. TOEFL iBT is 79 (or 4 on the new scale) and Duolingo 105.
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If you fall short
SPU offers conditional admission to students who meet every requirement except English. You then reach full admission with a qualifying test score or by completing level 5 at ALPS Language School in Seattle. SPU itself does not run ESL classes on campus. Transfer students with 45+ quarter credits, a 3.0 GPA and B grades in English Composition I and II have the test waived.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Seattle Pacific programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does Seattle Pacific University need?+
PTE Academic 56, or 59 on the PTE Express Test.
Does SPU accept the PTE Express Test?+
Yes, at a minimum of 59.
Can I get conditional admission at SPU with a low PTE score?+
Yes. Email international admissions to request screening for conditional admission.
Does SPU offer ESL classes?+
Not on campus. It partners with ALPS Language School in Seattle.
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