Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Puget Sound Duolingo score by level
From Puget Sound's first-year international students page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First-year undergraduate | 105 | Recommended minimum; needed only if instruction was not in English |
How Puget Sound handles Duolingo scores
Puget Sound accepts TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo as English proficiency scores. The page asks that documents be sent directly by the issuing institution or an official translating service, and does not state a Duolingo validity period or subscore rule.
For comparison, the same page recommends IELTS 6.5.
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If your Duolingo score is below Puget Sound's level
Because 105 is a recommended figure rather than a stated cut-off, the page does not describe what happens below it and names no conditional or pathway route. Contact your admission counsellor before applying with a lower score.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Puget Sound 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 Puget Sound recommend?+
105.
Do I need an English test for Puget Sound?+
Only if your primary language of instruction was not English.
What is Puget Sound's IELTS equivalent?+
IELTS 6.5 is recommended on the same page.
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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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