Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
SFU PTE minimums by level
From SFU's undergraduate English language requirement page and the graduate English language page.
| Programme or level | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 65 | 60 in listening, reading, speaking and writing |
| Graduate (university minimum) | 65 | 60 in all sections |
| Graduate programmes with higher standards | Set by the programme | Check with the programme |
Test rules and how to send your score
Undergraduate results must be sent from your MyPTE account. Graduate applicants send a scan of their unofficial PTE result, with name and test number visible, through a Graduate Studies ticket with their name and GA or student number, and SFU allows at least a week to verify it. Neither page mentions PTE Academic Online or PTE Core.
The graduate page says scores more than two years old cannot be used and that minimums must be met in a single test. At both levels SFU's IELTS level is 6.5 with no part below 6.0, matching PTE 65 with 60s.
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If you fall short
The pages do not set a PTE entry score for an SFU English pathway. Some graduate programmes ask for more than the university minimum, and if your programme does, you must meet its level.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your SFU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does SFU need?+
PTE Academic 65 overall with at least 60 in each of listening, reading, speaking and writing.
How do I send PTE scores to SFU?+
Undergraduates send results from MyPTE. Graduate applicants send a scan of the unofficial result through a Graduate Studies ticket for verification.
How old can my PTE be for SFU?+
Undergraduate tests taken more than 24 months before you apply are not considered. Graduate scores are valid for two years.
Is the SFU PTE requirement the same as UBC's?+
Yes, both ask PTE Academic 65 with 60 in each skill on their pages read on 31 October 2026.
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