Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 29 October 2026
WT English requirements by level
From WT's English proficiency requirements page. It gives overall IELTS scores only.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 6.0 | TOEFL iBT 4.0 (74 before 21 Jan 2026), PTE 50, Duolingo 100, ACT English 21, SAT EBRW 560 |
| Graduate | 6.5 | TOEFL iBT 4.5 (79 before 21 Jan 2026), PTE 58, Duolingo 105 |
Exemptions and medium of instruction
Citizens of a listed group of countries are exempt, and those who studied there may be exempt after a transcript review. The list includes Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Canada (except Quebec) and Caribbean nations.
If your current or most recent school taught 100% in English, the school's registrar can send WT a letter saying so, by school-issued email or in a signed, sealed envelope. This route can help applicants from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh whose degree was taught entirely in English.
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What WT does not accept
WT does not accept IELTS One Skill Retake scores, the TOEFL Essentials test or TOEFL MyBest scores. The IELTS Indicator is accepted and scored like the normal IELTS. Proof of English must come directly from the agency or institution. WT's TOEFL code is 6938.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your WT programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where West Texas A&M University publishes an IELTS score, it is the minimum: the floor an application has to meet to be considered, not a score that guarantees an offer.
Competitive programmes, and courses with far more applicants than places, may expect more than the minimum, and some departments set their own overall or per-skill scores, often for writing or speaking. The course page has the final word, so check it before you book a test.
If you are close to the line, aim for a margin above it: one weak skill can miss the requirement even when the overall band clears it. Not sure where you stand? Take a free IELTS mock test and get a band for each skill.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score does West Texas A&M need?+
IELTS 6.0 overall band for undergraduates and 6.5 for graduate applicants.
Does West Texas A&M accept the IELTS One Skill Retake?+
No. WT says it does not accept One Skill Retake scores.
Does West Texas A&M accept a Medium of Instruction letter?+
Yes, if your current or most recent school taught 100% in English and the registrar sends the letter directly.
Does West Texas A&M accept PTE and Duolingo?+
Yes. PTE 50 or Duolingo 100 for undergraduates, and PTE 58 or Duolingo 105 for graduate applicants.
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Guide updated on 29 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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