University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Stephen F. Austin State University?

Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) in Texas accepts a Duolingo English Test total score of at least 100, but for undergraduate admission only. Graduate applicants must use TOEFL or IELTS. All English tests must have been taken within the last two years. IELTS is set at an overall band of 6.5.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

SFA Duolingo minimums by level

From SFA's English proficiency requirement page and its international graduate admissions page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate100Test taken within the last 2 years
GraduateNot acceptedTOEFL or IELTS only

How SFA handles Duolingo scores

The English proficiency page lists Duolingo as accepted for undergraduate admission only, and the graduate admissions page names TOEFL and IELTS as the official exams for graduate applicants. All English tests must have been taken within the last two years to be valid.

The page gives no Duolingo subscore rule.

For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at an overall band of 6.5.

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If your Duolingo score is below SFA's level

SFA accepts completion of Level 112 at an ELS Center, or Level 160 or 150 with set grades at the Texas Intensive English Program, in place of a test. Recent US school or college credentials and some transfer records also meet the requirement, and waivers apply for some countries.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does SFA need?+

A total of at least 100 for undergraduate admission.

Does SFA accept Duolingo for graduate school?+

No. Duolingo is for undergraduate admission only.

How old can my Duolingo score be for SFA?+

Taken within the last two years.

What is SFA's IELTS equivalent?+

IELTS 6.5 overall.

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