Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Utah State Duolingo minimums by level
From USU's undergraduate English requirements page and the School of Graduate Studies admissions policies.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 105 | Score of at least 105 |
| Graduate (School of Graduate Studies) | 105 | Programmes may set their own requirements |
How Utah State handles Duolingo scores
Both pages ask you to have the testing agency send official scores to Utah State University. The graduate page says the Office of Global Engagement and the graduate admissions team can access scores from there.
Undergraduate scores more than two years old at the time the application is complete are not accepted. The graduate page also says scores more than two years old are not accepted.
For comparison, the same pages set IELTS Academic at 6.0 with 5.0 in each subscale for undergraduates and 6.5 with 5.0 in each subscale for graduate study.
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If your Duolingo score is below 105
Undergraduates can also meet the requirement with three years of secondary education in English, an SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score of 500, an ACT English score of 18, or at least 24 credits of US college coursework taught in English, excluding ESL courses. Graduate applicants can use an approved country list or an official language of instruction letter from their previous institution.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Utah State programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does Utah State need?+
At least 105 for both undergraduate and graduate admission.
How old can my Duolingo score be for Utah State?+
No more than two years old.
How do I send Duolingo scores to Utah State?+
Ask the testing agency to send official scores to Utah State University.
What is Utah State's IELTS equivalent?+
IELTS 6.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate study, each with 5.0 per subscale.
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