Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
WNMU English requirements by level
From WNMU's international admissions page.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 6.0 or higher | TOEFL iBT 61 (paper 500), Duolingo 85 |
| Graduate | 6.5 or higher | TOEFL iBT 79 (paper 550), Duolingo 100 |
Other ways to meet the requirement
Undergraduates can use an ACT English subscore of 21 or higher or an SAT Verbal score of 310 or higher, together with an interview showing adequate speaking skills. Lower ACT or SAT scores combined with three years of high school English at a 2.5 GPA and an interview are also listed.
For graduate applicants, scores may be waived with proof of a bachelor's degree from an English-language institution. Students from an English-speaking country who took a bachelor's degree at a foreign-language institution may petition for an exemption.
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How to check
The page lists overall scores only. Admitted students must also arrange international student insurance.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your WNMU programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Western New Mexico 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 Western New Mexico University require?+
IELTS 6 or higher for undergraduates and 6.5 or higher for graduate applicants.
Does WNMU accept Duolingo?+
Yes. Duolingo 85 for undergraduates and 100 for graduate applicants.
What TOEFL score does WNMU need?+
TOEFL iBT 61 for undergraduates and 79 for graduate applicants.
Can I skip IELTS for a WNMU master's?+
Yes, scores may be waived if your bachelor's degree is from an English-language institution.
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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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