Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
UMGC Duolingo minimums by level
From UMGC's students educated abroad admission page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 95 | No more than 2 years old |
| Graduate | 105 | No more than 2 years old; reports to Student Academic Records |
How UMGC handles Duolingo scores
Official score reports must be sent directly from the testing agency, and graduate reports go to Student Academic Records. All TOEFL, IELTS, EIKEN and Duolingo scores must be no more than two years old.
UMGC no longer issues the Form I-20 for F-1 student status, though students outside the US may be eligible to study online. Applicants from approved English-speaking countries, or with qualifying US study, meet the requirement without a test.
For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 6 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate applicants, both including the academic reading and writing modules.
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If your Duolingo score is below UMGC's level
The page does not describe conditional admission. Graduate applicants can instead show proficiency with an official transcript showing at least 12 credits of graduate coursework at B or higher from an approved institution, and undergraduates with at least 24 credits or an associate degree from an accredited US college.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your UMGC programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does UMGC need?+
95 for undergraduates and 105 for graduate applicants.
How old can a Duolingo score be for UMGC?+
No more than two years old.
Does UMGC issue I-20s?+
No. UMGC no longer issues the Form I-20 for F-1 student status.
What is UMGC's IELTS equivalent?+
IELTS 6 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate applicants.
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