Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Westfield State English requirements by level
From the international students admissions page and the graduate admissions page.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 6.5 | TOEFL 79, Duolingo 110 |
| Graduate | 6.5 | TOEFL 79, Duolingo 110 |
Other ways to meet the requirement
Students may instead submit proof of a Conditional Recommendation and Competency in Level B2 of the Intensive English Program at the International Language Institute in Northampton, Massachusetts.
The requirement may be waived if English was the language of instruction in high school or college for the last three years, or if you are enrolling from a country where English is one of the primary languages.
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Applying and how to check
The undergraduate application deadline is 1 June, and applicants also complete an International Student Information Form. Graduate applicants send their test report to the graduate office and should work with an outreach specialist, as programmes may have different requirements.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Westfield State programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Westfield State 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 Westfield State require?+
IELTS 6.5 for both undergraduate and graduate applicants.
Does Westfield State accept Duolingo?+
Yes, with a minimum of 110.
Can I skip IELTS at Westfield State?+
Yes, if your last three years of high school or college were taught in English, or you come from a country where English is a primary language.
What TOEFL score does Westfield State need?+
TOEFL 79.
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