University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for the University of Hartford?

The University of Hartford asks first-year applicants for a Duolingo English Test score of 110, or 100 for its College of Engineering, Technology and Architecture (CETA). Master's applicants need 110 combined, except computer science and master's engineering applicants, who need 100. Doctoral candidates need 115. Undergraduates below the requirement can start through the International Pathway Program.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

University of Hartford Duolingo minimums by level

From Hartford's first-year international application page and its graduate requirements page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate, all programmes except CETA110IELTS 6.5
Undergraduate, CETA100IELTS 6.0
Master's (most programmes)110 combinedIELTS 6.5
MS Computer Science and master's engineering100 combinedIELTS 6.0
Doctoral115 combinedIELTS 7.0

How Hartford handles Duolingo scores

The graduate page asks non-native speakers of English to submit scores from one accepted test. Applicants whose native language is English, or who hold a bachelor's or master's degree from a country where the native language is English, qualify for a waiver.

Neither page gives a Duolingo validity period or subscore rule, or Duolingo sending instructions.

For comparison, the first-year page sets IELTS at 6.5 for most programmes and 6.0 for CETA.

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If your Duolingo score is below Hartford's level

Undergraduates who do not meet the English requirement can start their degree within the International Pathway Program (IPP). The first-year page also lists alternatives such as a C or better in an in-person English composition course at a US college, or an SAT EBRW score of 480.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does the University of Hartford need?+

110 for most undergraduate and master's programmes, 100 for CETA and master's engineering or computer science, and 115 for doctoral study.

Does Hartford have an English pathway?+

Yes. Undergraduates below the requirement can start in the International Pathway Program.

What is Hartford's IELTS equivalent?+

IELTS 6.5 for most programmes, 6.0 for CETA and master's engineering, and 7.0 for doctoral study.

Can I get an English waiver at Hartford for graduate study?+

Yes, if English is your native language or your degree is from a country where English is the native language.

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