Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Shenandoah Duolingo minimums by level
From Shenandoah's first-year international page and its graduate international application page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First-year undergraduate | 105 | Test taken within 2 years of submission |
| Graduate | 105 | Test taken within 2 years of submission |
| Graduate via CAS systems | Not accepted | CASPA, ATCAS, OTCAS, PTCAS and PharmCAS take TOEFL and IELTS only |
How Shenandoah handles Duolingo scores
Both pages state that the Duolingo English Test must be taken within two years of submission. Unlike TOEFL, where nursing, health professions and music therapy need a higher pre-2026 score, the Duolingo figure is the same for all programmes on these pages.
The graduate page notes that CAS systems require official TOEFL and IELTS scores only, so applicants using those services should follow each system's own instructions. Neither page gives a Duolingo subscore rule.
For comparison, the same first-year page sets IELTS at 6.5 or higher.
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If your Duolingo score is below Shenandoah's level
The pages do not describe conditional admission. Other routes include successful completion of an approved English language programme, a B or better in the equivalent of ENG 101 at a US institution, Cambridge English 176 or higher, and set SAT or ACT scores. Some post-professional graduate applicants can use a US licence.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Shenandoah programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does Shenandoah need?+
105 or higher for undergraduate and graduate applicants.
How old can my Duolingo score be for Shenandoah?+
The test must be taken within two years of submission.
Can I use Duolingo through PTCAS or CASPA for Shenandoah?+
No. CAS systems require official TOEFL and IELTS scores only.
What is Shenandoah's IELTS equivalent?+
IELTS 6.5 or higher.
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Guide updated on 1 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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