University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for UCCS?

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) accepts PTE Academic 58 for direct undergraduate admission. Photocopies and scans can be used for the initial decision, but official scores must come directly from the testing agency once you are admitted. Graduate requirements are set by department, and the Graduate School's table lists TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo but not PTE.
  • Guide updated · 2 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

UCCS PTE scores by level

From UCCS's undergraduate English proficiency page and the Graduate School's English proficiency page.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Undergraduate, direct admission58No per-skill minimum printed
GraduateSet by departmentGraduate table lists TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo, not PTE

Test rules and how PTE compares with IELTS

Photocopies and scanned documents may be submitted for initial review and the admission decision; official scores must be sent directly to UCCS from the testing agency upon admission. The page does not mention PTE Academic Online, PTE Core or a validity period.

On the same table, IELTS is 6.0 and TOEFL iBT 4, so PTE 58 sits beside IELTS 6.0. Duolingo is 105.

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If you fall short

Completing a UCCS-approved English language programme, such as the CU Boulder International English Center, HOFT or ELS, with the approved scores exempts you from the test. A year of US college study including English Composition I at C or higher also counts.

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

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does UCCS need?+

PTE Academic 58 for direct undergraduate admission.

Can I send a PTE screenshot to UCCS?+

Copies are fine for review, but official scores must come from the testing agency after admission.

Does UCCS accept PTE for graduate study?+

Graduate rules are set by department, and the Graduate School table lists TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo, not PTE.

What IELTS score matches PTE 58 at UCCS?+

IELTS 6.0.

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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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