University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for the University of Illinois Springfield?

The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) accepts PTE Academic 60 for undergraduate admission and 70 for graduate admission. Qualifying scores must be from the last two years. A separate programme table lists PTE 65 for Communication (BA and MA) and the Teaching English graduate certificate. You request an electronic copy of your score to be sent to UIS.
  • Guide updated · 2 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

UIS PTE scores by level

From UIS's English proficiency requirements page.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Undergraduate, general60No per-skill minimum printed
Graduate, general70No per-skill minimum printed
Communication (BA and MA)65No per-skill minimum printed
Education, Teaching English Graduate Certificate65No per-skill minimum printed

Test rules and how PTE compares with IELTS

Qualifying scores must have been obtained within the last two years, unless you have been studying continuously at a US college or university since the older test. For PTE, the instruction is to request an electronic copy of the score sent to UIS. The page does not mention PTE Academic Online or PTE Core.

On the same table, IELTS Academic is 6.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduates, and the Communication and Teaching English programmes ask for IELTS 7. Note that the programme table lists PTE 65 for the Communication MA, below the general graduate PTE figure of 70, so confirm the binding number with the department.

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If you fall short

UIS also accepts an English Language Program equivalent to CEFR B2 at both levels, and ELS Level 112. Citizens of listed English-speaking countries have the requirement waived automatically.

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

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does UIS need?+

PTE Academic 60 for undergraduates and 70 for graduate students.

How old can my PTE score be for UIS?+

Within the last two years, unless you have studied continuously at a US institution since.

Which UIS programmes list PTE 65?+

Communication (BA and MA) and the Teaching English Graduate Certificate.

How do I send PTE scores to UIS?+

Request an electronic copy of the score sent to UIS.

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Guide updated on 2 November 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.

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