Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
UAA Duolingo minimums by level
From UAA's international admissions page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Associate and bachelor's | 105 overall | No subscore rule stated |
| Master's and doctoral | Not listed | Page gives TOEFL 79 iBT and IELTS 6.5 for this level |
How UAA handles Duolingo scores
International applicants must provide one proof of English proficiency: a TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo or PTE Academic score, or a completed waiver form. The page sends applicants to UAA's English proficiency requirements page for more detail, and gives no Duolingo validity period.
Graduate programmes set their own further requirements, and the page directs graduate applicants to the Graduate School.
For comparison, the same international admissions page sets IELTS at 6.0 overall band for associate and bachelor's applicants and 6.5 for master's and doctoral applicants.
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If your Duolingo score is below UAA's level
The page does not describe conditional admission or an English pathway. Its listed alternative to a test score is the completed waiver form.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your UAA programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does UAA need?+
105 overall for associate and bachelor's applicants.
Does UAA accept Duolingo for graduate study?+
The international admissions page lists Duolingo only for associate and bachelor's applicants.
What is UAA's IELTS equivalent?+
IELTS 6.0 for associate and bachelor's applicants, and 6.5 for master's and doctoral applicants.
Can I get a waiver at UAA?+
A completed waiver form is listed as one proof of English proficiency.
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