Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Redlands Duolingo minimums by level
From Redlands' international how-to-apply page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First-year undergraduate | 105 | |
| Transfer undergraduate | 105 | |
| Graduate | 105 | Check the graduate programme's own requirements |
| School of Music | 105 | For applicants whose primary language is not English |
How Redlands handles Duolingo scores
The page lists Duolingo alongside TOEFL, IELTS and iTEP and does not state a validity period, subscore rule or teaching assistantship requirement. For music applicants with a degree completed in English, the page says the TOEFL or IELTS may be waived after contacting the music admissions contact.
For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 6.5 for every level.
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If your Duolingo score is below Redlands' level
Undergraduates can meet the requirement instead with 550 in SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, 21 in ACT English and Reading, or graduation from an English-medium secondary school. Transfer students can use a college-level English composition course at grade C or better from a US regionally accredited institution.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Redlands 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 Redlands need?+
105 for first-year, transfer and graduate applicants.
Does Redlands accept Duolingo for the School of Music?+
Yes, with the same minimum of 105.
Can I meet Redlands' English requirement without a test?+
Undergraduates can use SAT or ACT scores or an English-medium secondary school; transfers can use a US English composition course.
What is Redlands' IELTS equivalent?+
IELTS 6.5.
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