IELTS to Duolingo English Test Score Converter
Instantly convert your IELTS band score to the equivalent Duolingo English Test (DET) score.
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Complete IELTS to Duolingo Conversion Table
| IELTS Band | Duolingo Score | CEFR Level | Typical Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | 150-160 | C2 | Top PhD programmes |
| 8.5 | 145-150 | C2 | Competitive doctoral programmes |
| 8.0 | 135-140 | C1 | Competitive graduate programmes |
| 7.5 | 125-130 | C1 | Top MBA, law, medicine |
| 7.0 | 115-120 | B2+ | Most graduate programmes |
| 6.5 | 105-110 | B2 | Most undergraduate programmes |
| 6.0 | 95-100 | B2 | Foundation / pathway programmes |
| 5.5 | 85-90 | B1+ | Pre-sessional English courses |
| 5.0 | 75-80 | B1 | English language programmes |
| 4.5 | 65-70 | A2+ | Below most thresholds |
| 4.0 | 55-60 | A2 | Below most thresholds |
Source: Based on Duolingo's published concordance research. Conversions are approximate guides.
Remember: The Duolingo English Test is not accepted for immigration to Canada, UK, Australia, or New Zealand. If you need scores for immigration, use our IELTS-CELPIP converter instead.
University DET Requirements (Examples)
| University | Duolingo Minimum | IELTS Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Yale University | 120 | 7.0 |
| Columbia University | 125 | 7.0-7.5 |
| MIT | 120 | 7.0 |
| NYU | 115 | 7.0 |
| University of Toronto (varies) | 120 | 6.5-7.0 |
| Northeastern University | 105 | 6.5 |
| Arizona State University | 100 | 6.0 |