Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
UAlbany Duolingo minimums by level
From the international undergraduate application page and the graduate information for international applicants.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 95 | Minimum score required |
| Graduate | 110 | Some departments require higher scores |
Validity and the IELTS comparison
The graduate page will not accept scores from an exam taken more than two years before your application is submitted, and your application is not complete until English scores arrive. Neither page sets Duolingo subscores.
On the same pages, undergraduate IELTS is 6.0 beside DET 95, and graduate IELTS is 6.5 beside DET 110.
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Conditional admission with IELP
Undergraduates who miss the score can apply for conditional admission: complete the full admissions application, plus an Intensive English Language Program application and fee. At graduate level, some programmes offer conditional admission with IELP if all other standards are met, so contact graduate recruitment to check whether yours takes part.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your UAlbany programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does UAlbany need for undergraduates?+
A minimum of 95.
What Duolingo score does UAlbany graduate school need?+
110, with some departments asking more.
How old can my Duolingo score be for UAlbany?+
The graduate page rejects exams taken more than two years before you apply.
Does UAlbany offer conditional admission?+
Yes, through the Intensive English Language Program, for undergraduates and some graduate programmes.
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