Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
St. Ambrose English requirements by level
From St. Ambrose's international undergraduate requirements and international graduate requirements.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 6.0 | TOEFL iBT 79, PTE 53, Duolingo 115 |
| Graduate (typical, varies by programme) | 6.5 | TOEFL 80 |
Transfer waiver
Transfer students who have completed 24 or more credits in the USA or another approved English-speaking country may have the English requirement waived, with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0. ESL courses do not count towards the 24 credits.
The graduate page gives TOEFL and IELTS as the typical tests and does not list a Duolingo or PTE score.
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Check your graduate programme
Because graduate minimums vary by programme, confirm the score on your programme page before booking a test.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your St. Ambrose programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where St. Ambrose 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 score does St. Ambrose University require?+
IELTS 6.0 for undergraduates. Graduate programmes typically ask for 6.5.
Does St. Ambrose accept Duolingo?+
Yes for undergraduates, with a minimum of 115.
Does St. Ambrose accept PTE?+
Yes for undergraduates, with a minimum of 53.
Can transfer students skip the English test at St. Ambrose?+
Yes, with 24 or more credits in the USA or an approved English-speaking country and a GPA of at least 2.0. ESL courses do not count.
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Guide updated on 30 October 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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