Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
University of Manitoba Duolingo minimums by level
From UM's undergraduate English language proficiency page and the Faculty of Graduate Studies admission requirements.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (most programmes) | 120 | 105 in Literacy, Comprehension, Production and Conversation |
| Faculty of Law and IDDP | Not accepted | These programmes set their own tests |
| Graduate | 120 | 100 in each of reading, writing, listening and speaking |
How the University of Manitoba handles Duolingo scores
Undergraduate test results expire two years from the test date and must still be valid at the start of your admission term. The graduate page says test scores older than two years are invalid in all cases.
The graduate page notes that Duolingo, TOEFL and IELTS are no longer available in Iran, so applicants from Iran may apply without a test score and add it later.
For comparison, the undergraduate page asks for IELTS Academic 6.5 with 6.0 in each module, and the graduate page lists IELTS 6.5 overall.
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If your Duolingo score is below the minimum
Both pages accept a pass at Level 5 of the English Language Centre's Intensive Academic English Program (IAEP), the AEPUCE level. Graduate applicants admitted to that level can be conditionally admitted, and must finish it before starting their master's programme.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your University of Manitoba 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 Manitoba need?+
120 overall with 105 in each subscore for undergraduates, and 120 with 100 in each category for graduate study.
Is Duolingo accepted for every programme at UM?+
No. The undergraduate page says it is not accepted for the Faculty of Law or the IDDP programme.
How long are Duolingo scores valid at UM?+
Two years from the test date, and valid at the start of your admission term.
Is there conditional admission at UM?+
Graduate applicants admitted to IAEP Level 5/AEPUCE can be conditionally admitted.
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