University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for UW-Eau Claire?

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire asks for a Duolingo English Test overall score of 115 for undergraduate admission, and its English proficiency sheet sets the same 115 at graduate level. Applicants who need to improve their English can be considered for conditional undergraduate admission with a Duolingo score of 75, starting in the Intensive English Program (IEP).
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

UW-Eau Claire Duolingo minimums by level

From UWEC's international student application page and its English proficiency options sheet.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate115Overall score
Graduate115Some programmes may set higher requirements
Intensive English Program or conditional undergraduate admission75Overall score

How UW-Eau Claire handles Duolingo scores

The proficiency sheet says ACT and SAT scores must be reported officially by the testing board, while score reports from other exams may be uploaded through the application portal.

Neither page gives a Duolingo validity period.

For comparison, the same sheet sets IELTS Academic at 6.0 for undergraduate and graduate admission, and the application page sets IELTS 4.0 for the IEP. UWEC does not accept IELTS One Skill Retake.

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If your Duolingo score is below 115

With 75 or more you can be considered for conditional undergraduate admission, beginning your time at UW-Eau Claire in the Intensive English Program. IEP applicants without a test score can contact admissions@uwec.edu.

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

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does UW-Eau Claire need?+

115 overall for undergraduate and graduate admission.

Can I get conditional admission to UWEC with Duolingo?+

Yes. A score of 75 is the minimum for the Intensive English Program or conditional undergraduate admission.

How do I submit my Duolingo report to UWEC?+

The sheet says reports from exams other than ACT and SAT may be uploaded through the application portal.

What is UW-Eau Claire's IELTS equivalent?+

IELTS Academic 6.0.

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