Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Wilkes PTE minimums by level
From the international requirements page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 42 | None stated |
| Graduate | 50 | None stated |
Test rules and how to send your score
The page lists PTE without saying whether PTE Academic Online or PTE Core counts, how old a score may be, or how to send it. You can scan and email documents to global.engagement@wilkes.edu for a preliminary review; confirm the official route for your PTE report with that office.
In the same table, IELTS is 5.5 for undergraduates and 6 for graduate study, and Duolingo is 85 and 95. Admissions reserves the right to ask any applicant for proof of English.
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If you fall short
Without sufficient scores you take an ESL placement test, and the result decides the level you join in Wilkes University's Intensive English Program. Completing ELS Level 112 or WESLI Level 700 also meets the requirement at both levels.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Wilkes programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does Wilkes University need?+
42 for undergraduates and 50 for graduate programmes.
What happens if my PTE score is too low?+
You take an ESL placement test and join the Intensive English Program at the matching level.
What IELTS score matches PTE 50 at Wilkes?+
The graduate IELTS level in the same table is 6.
Does ELS count at Wilkes?+
Yes. ELS Level 112 is listed for both levels.
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Guide updated on 2 November 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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