Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
St. Thomas PTE minimums by level
From St. Thomas's undergraduate English proficiency page and international graduate admissions page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 53 | None stated |
| Graduate (general) | 53 | None stated |
| Opus College of Business, School of Law | Set by programme | Check the programme |
Test rules and how to send your score
Both pages say scores must be sent directly from the testing centre or site to St. Thomas and be no more than two years old. Neither mentions PTE Academic Online, PTE Core or a Pearson institution code. The code 6110 is for TOEFL.
On the same pages, undergraduate IELTS is 6.0 and graduate IELTS Academic is 6.5. So PTE 53 is accepted where St. Thomas asks IELTS 6.0 for undergraduates and IELTS 6.5 for graduate study.
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If you fall short
Undergraduates whose academic credentials meet the standard can get conditional admission, but must meet an English qualification before enrolling and before an I-20 is issued. Completing ELS Language Center level 112 with a 2.5 GPA meets the undergraduate requirement. For graduate study, ELS level 112 is accepted only in some programmes, including Education, Engineering, Theology, Software, Law and Social Work.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your St. Thomas programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does the University of St. Thomas need?+
PTE Academic 53 or higher for undergraduate and general graduate entry.
How old can my PTE score be for St. Thomas?+
No more than two years old.
Do all St. Thomas graduate programmes use PTE 53?+
No. The Opus College of Business and the School of Law have their own requirements.
Does St. Thomas offer conditional admission?+
Yes, for undergraduates who meet the academic standard but not yet the English requirement.
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