University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Temple University Japan?

Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) accepts the Duolingo English Test. Non-native English speakers need 110 for direct undergraduate admission, from a test taken no earlier than two years before applying. Scores of 90 to 109 can lead to conditional admission through the Bridge Program. The LLM in Transnational Law asks for 115.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 3 November 2026

TUJ Duolingo minimums by programme

From TUJ's undergraduate eligibility page, Bridge Program page and LLM in Transnational Law admissions page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate, direct admission110Test taken no earlier than two years before applying
Undergraduate Bridge Program (conditional admission)90 to 109Level set with TUJ's own placement test
LLM in Transnational Law115For non-native English speakers

How TUJ handles Duolingo scores

For undergraduates, the minimum score must come from a test taken no earlier than two years before the date of application. TUJ lists waivers for applicants with 15 or more US college credits including English Composition at C or above, three or more years in an English-only curriculum, or an SAT or ACT score, though a test score may still be required.

Bridge Program students who get a new Duolingo score during the programme can submit it to the undergraduate admissions office for re-evaluation, and can matriculate without finishing the programme if admitted.

For comparison, the same undergraduate page sets IELTS Academic at 6.0, and the LLM page asks for IELTS 6.5 with no individual score below 6.0.

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If your Duolingo score is below 110

Undergraduate applicants with Duolingo 90 to 109 can be admitted to the Bridge Program, which runs for up to three one-semester levels and leads to full matriculation after Bridge 3. TUJ places students using both the test score and its own placement test. Below the Bridge range, the Academic English Program (AEP) is the option TUJ names, though it cannot sponsor student visas.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Temple University Japan need?+

110 for direct undergraduate admission.

Can I get into TUJ with Duolingo 100?+

Scores of 90 to 109 fall in the Bridge Program range, which gives conditional undergraduate admission.

What Duolingo score does the TUJ LLM need?+

115 for the LLM in Transnational Law.

How old can my Duolingo score be for TUJ?+

The test must be taken no earlier than two years before you apply.

What is TUJ's IELTS equivalent?+

IELTS Academic 6.0 for undergraduate admission.

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Guide updated on 3 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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