Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
UB PTE minimums by level
From UB's first-year English proficiency page and the graduate admission requirements page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (first-year) | 50 | No per-skill minimum printed |
| Graduate (university minimum) | 55 | No per-skill minimum printed |
| Graduate departments with higher scores | Set by the department | Check the programme |
Test rules and how to send your score
Both pages accept PTE Academic and PTE Academic Online. Undergraduate scores must be under two years old at the time of admission; self-reported scores can be used for initial review, but official scores must come directly from the testing agency. Graduate PTE scores must be dated within two years of when International Admissions reviews the application and sent directly by the testing agency. The pages do not mention PTE Core.
On the same pages, IELTS Academic needs 6.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate study.
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If you fall short
UB's graduate page points applicants who want or need to improve their English to the university's English Language Institute. In rare cases a UB department, not the applicant, can petition for a graduate English waiver. Undergraduates may be exempt as native speakers from listed countries educated entirely in English, or through US college coursework.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your UB programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does the University at Buffalo need?+
50 for undergraduates and 55 for graduate study.
Does UB accept PTE Academic Online?+
Yes, at both undergraduate and graduate level.
How old can my PTE score be for UB?+
Under two years old at admission (undergraduate) or at the time of graduate application review.
Can I self-report PTE to UB?+
Undergraduates can self-report for initial review, but official scores must be sent directly by the testing agency.
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