Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Winthrop PTE minimums by level
From the undergraduate application instructions and the graduate international admission requirements.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 47 (PTE Academic or PTE Academic Online) | None stated |
| Graduate | 47 (PTE Academic or PTE Academic Online) | None stated |
Test rules and how to send your score
Both pages name PTE Academic and PTE Academic Online, so the at-home test is accepted. The undergraduate page says official score reports must be sent directly from the testing agency to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Neither page mentions PTE Core or gives a PTE score age.
On the same pages, undergraduates need IELTS 6.0 with no sub-score lower than 5, and graduate applicants need IELTS 6 (6.5 for the MBA/MSAA programme). PTE 47 applies at both levels.
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If you fall short
Completing level 112 of the ELS Intensive English for Academic Purposes programme meets the requirement at both levels. Undergraduates can also qualify by graduating from a high school where English is the main language of instruction, or by completing two full-time semesters and two English composition courses at an accredited US institution with a C- or higher.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Winthrop programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does Winthrop University need?+
47, for both undergraduate and graduate admission.
Does Winthrop accept PTE Academic Online?+
Yes. Both pages name PTE Academic and PTE Academic Online.
Do Indian students need PTE for Winthrop undergraduate admission?+
India is on the undergraduate page's list of exempt countries.
Is there a per-skill PTE minimum?+
Neither page sets one.
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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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