University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for SUNY Oswego?

SUNY Oswego says successful undergraduate international applicants have a minimum English proficiency of 55 in PTE. No per-skill minimum is printed. Students scoring below the listed levels need intensive English study on campus before admission, and other English assessments may be considered.
  • Guide updated · 2 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

SUNY Oswego PTE minimum

From the undergraduate international applicants page.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Undergraduate55None stated

Test rules and comparison with IELTS

The page asks you to send your English proficiency scores to the International Student and Scholar Services office by email. The page does not mention PTE Academic Online or PTE Core, a validity period or a Pearson code.

The same sentence lists TOEFL 71 and IELTS 6.0, so PTE 55 is Oswego's PTE route to IELTS 6.0.

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If you fall short

Students needing more English preparation are advised and placed accordingly, and those below the listed levels need intensive English study on campus before admission. Some exemptions apply: contact the ISSS office to check.

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

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does SUNY Oswego need?+

55 for undergraduate international applicants.

What happens below PTE 55 at Oswego?+

You need intensive English study on campus before admission.

What IELTS score matches PTE 55 at Oswego?+

IELTS 6.0.

Does Oswego accept other English tests?+

Other English language assessments may be considered.

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Guide updated on 2 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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