Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 3 November 2026
WKU Duolingo minimums
From WKU's international admissions FAQ and its graduate admissions guidelines, where the latest set listed is for 2025.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (international) | 105 | For non-native English applicants |
| Graduate programmes (2025 guidelines) | 105 | Waiver possible with an English-taught degree |
| Undergraduate Second-Class Scholarship benchmark | 120 | Not for applicants from English-official countries |
| Undergraduate First-Class Scholarship benchmark | 130 | Not for applicants from English-official countries |
How WKU handles Duolingo scores
WKU asks you to apply once all materials, including the English report, are ready, as it reviews complete applications only. Undergraduate waivers may be granted for English-medium secondary education with official documentation, subject to the Admissions Office; applicants to fully online programmes cannot get a waiver.
Graduate applicants can waive the Duolingo requirement with official documentation of a bachelor's or master's degree taught in English, or official transcripts from an accredited US college or university.
For comparison, the FAQ sets IELTS 6.0 for undergraduates, and the graduate guidelines set IELTS 6.5.
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If your Duolingo score is below 105
The pages read do not describe a conditional offer or English pathway for applicants below 105. Meeting a scholarship benchmark makes you eligible to be considered but does not guarantee an award.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your WKU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does Wenzhou-Kean University need?+
105 for international undergraduates and for graduate programmes.
What Duolingo score gets a WKU scholarship?+
120 is a Second-Class benchmark and 130 a First-Class benchmark, with no guarantee of an award.
Can I use Duolingo for a WKU scholarship from an English-speaking country?+
No. Applicants from countries where English is an official language cannot qualify through English test scores.
What is WKU's IELTS equivalent?+
IELTS 6.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate programmes.
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