University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for the University of North Florida?

The University of North Florida lists a Duolingo English Test score of 110 as its English proficiency indicator for both undergraduate and graduate applicants. Applicants from listed English-speaking countries do not need to submit Duolingo, TOEFL or IELTS scores. Undergraduates can also qualify through ACT, SAT, CLT or the UNF English Language Program.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

UNF Duolingo minimums by level

From UNF's English language proficiency page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate110Test score indicator
Graduate110Test score indicator

How UNF handles Duolingo scores

Duolingo sits alongside TOEFL, IELTS and PTE Academic on both the undergraduate and graduate lists. Other graduate indicators, such as a GRE Verbal score, need approval from the Graduate Program Director, who emails the Graduate School. The page does not state a Duolingo validity period or a teaching assistantship rule.

For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 6.5 for both levels.

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If your Duolingo score is below UNF's level

At both levels, a certificate of completion of level Pre-University in the UNF English Language Program with a minimum average grade of 3.0 counts as proof of proficiency. Undergraduates can also use ACT, SAT, CLT or AP International English Language scores listed on the page.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does UNF need?+

110 for both undergraduate and graduate admission.

Do I need Duolingo for UNF if I am from an English-speaking country?+

No. Applicants from the listed English-speaking countries do not need to submit Duolingo, TOEFL or IELTS scores.

Can the UNF English Language Program replace a Duolingo score?+

Yes. Completing level Pre-University with an average grade of 3.0 or higher counts at both levels.

What is UNF's IELTS equivalent?+

IELTS 6.5.

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