University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for the University of Nebraska at Kearney?

The University of Nebraska at Kearney requires a Duolingo English Test score of 100 for full undergraduate admission. Unofficial scores are not accepted: you either submit the official score report the testing company issued to you or have scores sent straight to UNK. An ACT English score of 20 also meets the requirement.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

UNK Duolingo minimums by level

From UNK's international admission requirements page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate, full admission100Official scores only

How UNK handles Duolingo scores

UNK does not accept unofficial test scores. You can submit the official score report issued to you by the testing company or have scores sent directly to UNK from the testing centre. The page does not state a Duolingo validity period or subscores.

For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 5.5 for full undergraduate admission.

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If your Duolingo score is below UNK's level

An ACT English score of 20 or an SAT critical reading score of 494 meets the English requirement whatever the total score. ACT or SAT results are not required, but UNK strongly encourages them for course placement, Honors Program eligibility and merit scholarships.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does UNK need?+

100 for full undergraduate admission.

Does UNK accept unofficial Duolingo scores?+

No. Only official scores, sent by the testing company or submitted as the official report issued to you.

What is UNK's IELTS equivalent?+

IELTS 5.5.

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Guide updated on 1 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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