Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
UNO Duolingo minimums by level and programme
From UNO's undergraduate English proficiency page and the Office of Graduate Studies' entrance exams page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate general admission | 95 | IELTS 6.0 |
| Engineering programmes | 110 | IELTS 6.5, plus an IELTS writing subscore of 5.5 |
| English major | 130 | IELTS 7.0 |
| Graduate | 110 | Some programmes require more |
Validity, sending and the IELTS comparison
The graduate page says language proficiency scores are valid for two years from the test date and must still be within that window when you start your graduate studies. Request UNO as an institution in Duolingo to send your score. UNO does not accept TOEFL MyBest, TOEFL Essentials or IELTS Indicator.
The pages read do not give a Duolingo level for graduate assistantships.
Compared with IELTS: undergraduates need IELTS 6.0 or Duolingo 95, engineering IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 110, the English major IELTS 7.0 or Duolingo 130, and graduate study IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 110.
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If you fall short
The undergraduate page says students who meet UNO's academic standards but not the English requirement can qualify for Conditional Undergraduate Admission, and completing UNO's Intensive English Program also counts. The graduate page says graduate applicants below the requirement may be eligible for admission to the Intensive English Program.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your UNO programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does UNO need for undergraduates?+
95 for general admission, 110 for engineering and 130 for the English major.
What Duolingo score does UNO need for graduate study?+
110, with some programmes higher.
How long is a Duolingo score valid for UNO graduate admission?+
Two years from the test date, and it must still be valid when your term starts.
What IELTS score matches UNO's Duolingo 110?+
IELTS 6.5, for engineering and for graduate study.
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