Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Texas State Duolingo minimums by level
From Texas State's international admission requirements page and The Graduate College's English proficiency page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (first year and transfer) | 105 overall | No more than two years old |
| Graduate, regular admission | 110 overall | Valid up to two years after the exam |
Validity, sending and the IELTS comparison
Both pages say scores older than two years or from a single-skill exam will not be accepted. The undergraduate page says to select TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY as the recipient of Duolingo scores, which must be sent officially and electronically. The graduate page notes some programmes set TOEFL section scores and points to programme pages for details. Neither page sets Duolingo subscores or mentions teaching assistantships.
For comparison, the same pages set IELTS at 6.5 with 6.0 in each section for both undergraduate and graduate admission.
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If your Duolingo score falls short
Neither page offers a conditional or pathway Duolingo level. Graduate applicants with a bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited US institution, or from a country on the exempt list, do not need a test, but the graduate page says degrees from India, Nepal, Cameroon or Zimbabwe still need one.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Texas State programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does Texas State need for undergraduates?+
105 overall.
What Duolingo score does Texas State grad school need?+
110 overall for regular admission.
How long is Duolingo valid for Texas State?+
Up to two years. Older scores are not accepted.
How do I send Duolingo scores to Texas State?+
Select TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY as the recipient so the score is sent officially and electronically.
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Guide updated on 31 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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