University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for UT San Antonio?

UT San Antonio asks for a Duolingo English Test score of 95 or greater for undergraduate admission and 100 or greater for graduate admission. Graduate scores must be less than two years old and sent directly to Graduate Admissions by Duolingo. Individual graduate programmes can set higher scores, and a passing score does not guarantee admission.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

UTSA Duolingo minimums by level

From UTSA's catalog pages on international undergraduate admission and international graduate admission.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate (first year and transfer)95 or greaterPassing does not guarantee admission
Graduate100 or greaterProgrammes may set higher scores

Validity, sending and the IELTS comparison

The graduate page says scores must be sent directly to Graduate Admissions by the testing agency, copies are not official, and official scores must be less than two years old. Unofficial scores can be used for the admission decision, but official scores must arrive before your second term of enrolment. Neither page sets Duolingo subscores or mentions teaching assistantships.

For comparison, the same pages set IELTS at 6.5 or greater for both undergraduate and graduate admission.

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If your Duolingo score falls short

Both pages mention the UT San Antonio Academic English Program and the UT San Antonio International Pathway, noting that the TOEFL ITP is accepted for applicants to those programmes. Neither page sets a Duolingo entry level for them, so ask admissions which applies to you.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does UTSA need for undergraduates?+

95 or greater.

What Duolingo score does UTSA need for grad school?+

100 or greater. Individual programmes can ask for more.

How old can my Duolingo score be for UTSA graduate admission?+

Official scores must be less than two years old.

Can UTSA admit me on an unofficial Duolingo score?+

Graduate Admissions can use unofficial scores for the decision, but official scores must arrive before your second term.

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Guide updated on 31 October 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.

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