University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for UT Dallas?

UT Dallas asks for a minimum PTE Academic score of 67 for both undergraduate and graduate admission. The test date must be less than two years old at the time of admission, and official scores must come directly from the testing agency. Graduate applicants first upload a copy of the score report in the Applicant Portal.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

UT Dallas PTE minimums by level

From UT Dallas's undergraduate international applicants page and the graduate international students page.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Undergraduate (first-year and transfer)67No per-skill minimum printed
Graduate (regular admission)67No per-skill minimum printed

Test rules and how to send your score

Both pages require scores less than two years old at the time of admission. Graduate applicants upload a copy of the original score report in the Applicant Portal and, if admitted, must have official scores delivered by the testing agency before enrolling. UT Dallas accepts IELTS and PTE scores electronically or by mail directly from the testing agency. The pages do not mention PTE Academic Online or PTE Core.

On the same pages, IELTS Academic needs 6.5 and Duolingo 105, so PTE 67 is the PTE route to the same level at both undergraduate and graduate entry.

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If you fall short

Completing Level 112 at an ELS Language Center also meets the requirement at both levels. Undergraduates can also qualify through SAT EBRW 560 or ACT English 21, or through set US coursework routes; graduate applicants are exempt if their degree was earned through instruction and examination in English.

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

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does UT Dallas need?+

PTE Academic 67 for both undergraduate and graduate admission.

How old can my PTE score be for UT Dallas?+

Less than two years old at the time of admission.

How do I send PTE scores to UT Dallas?+

Electronically or by mail directly from the testing agency. Graduate applicants also upload a copy in the Applicant Portal.

Is there another way to meet UT Dallas English requirements?+

Yes. Completing Level 112 at an ELS Language Center is accepted at both levels.

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