Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Pacific PTE minimums by level
From Pacific's undergraduate English language proficiency page and graduate international admission page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate, all majors | 53 | None stated |
| Graduate | Not listed | Not applicable |
Test rules and how to send your score
The undergraduate page asks for official results from an accepted test. It does not mention PTE Academic Online, PTE Core, a validity period or a Pearson institution code. Send your score through your Pearson account and confirm receipt with admissions.
On the same table, IELTS is 6.5, TOEFL is 80 (or 4.5 on the 1-6 scale) and Duolingo is 110. So PTE 53 is Pacific's PTE route to the IELTS 6.5 level.
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If you fall short
Undergraduates do not need a test if they meet a waiver, for example study at an English-medium institution confirmed by letter, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 570 or higher, ACT Composite 22 or higher, or citizenship of countries such as Ghana or Nigeria. The page does not describe a conditional admission or pathway programme.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Pacific 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 the Pacific need?+
A Pearson PTE score of 53 for undergraduates in all majors.
Does Pacific accept PTE for graduate programmes?+
The graduate international page lists TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo but not PTE.
What IELTS score matches PTE 53 at Pacific?+
Pacific lists IELTS 6.5 for undergraduates.
Can Nigerian applicants skip the test at Pacific?+
Yes. Citizens of Nigeria are on the undergraduate waiver list.
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