University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Stockton University?

Stockton University in New Jersey asks first-year and transfer international applicants for a Duolingo English Test score of 105. The same page sets IELTS at 6.5 overall and PTE Academic at 58. Stockton does not superscore English tests, gives preference to the most recent score, and reviews each reading, writing, listening and speaking subscore.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Stockton Duolingo minimums by level

From Stockton's undergraduate international admission requirements page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
First-year undergraduate105For students finishing secondary school outside the US
Transfer undergraduate105Results must not be older than 2 years

How Stockton handles Duolingo scores

Results must be submitted through the official testing portal by the application deadline. Late results are accepted, but Stockton cannot guarantee it will hold a decision for them.

Stockton does not superscore English tests and gives preference to the most recent score if you send several. It reviews each subscore and may deny admission or recommend ESL if a subscore falls below its recommended minimums. The transfer section states results must not be older than two years.

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

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If your Duolingo score is below Stockton's level

The page lists ELS Intensive English level 112 and Cambridge English 176 and above as alternatives to a test score. The requirement is waived for applicants who completed three or more years at an American high school, and for graduates of US regionally accredited, English-medium high schools who earned a B in English Composition I and II.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Stockton need?+

105 for first-year and transfer international applicants.

Does Stockton superscore Duolingo?+

No. It does not superscore English tests and prefers the most recent score.

Does Stockton look at Duolingo subscores?+

Yes. It reviews each subscore and may deny admission or recommend ESL if one is too low.

What is Stockton's IELTS equivalent?+

IELTS 6.5 overall.

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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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