Empower Overseas

DUOLINGO

Overview

English proficiency is a crucial factor for students aspiring to study abroad, especially in countries where English is the primary language of instruction. Many international universities require applicants to submit English proficiency test scores to evaluate their language skills. Duolingo, recognized by numerous universities in the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, has emerged as a preferred and accessible choice for international students.

What is Duolingo?

Duolingo is a user-friendly online English proficiency exam assessing Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking skills. The test duration is one hour, and results are typically available within 2 to 3 days. Comprising Adaptive Test and Video Interview sections, candidates can take the test twice a month, with a minimum 30-day gap between attempts. The unique feature of Duolingo is its adaptive difficulty level, adjusting based on the test-taker’s performance. The test fee is approximately $49.

Duolingo Score Equivalencies:

Duolingo Score TOEFL Score IELTS Score PTE Score
160 120 8.5 – 9 89 – 90
150 – 155 119 8 83 – 85
140 – 145 117 – 118 7.5 74 – 84
130 – 135 113 – 116 7 73 – 77
120 – 125 109 – 112 6.5 64 – 72
115 104 – 108 6 58 – 63
110 104 – 108 5.5 50 – 57
105 93 – 97 5 42 – 49
100 87 – 92 4.5 35 – 41
95 82 – 86 0 – 4 30 – 34
90 76 – 81 0 – 30
85 70 – 75
80 65 – 69
75 59 – 64
70 53 – 58
65 47 – 52
60 41 – 46
55 35 – 40
50 30 – 34
45 24 – 29
10 – 60 0 – 23

FAQs

    No, the Duolingo English test and the practice test are not exactly the same. The practice test provides an idea of the actual test.
    A good Duolingo test score is above 110.
    The score of the Duolingo test is valid for 2 years.
    Duolingo has no specific passing marks. Universities accepting Duolingo test scores have different criteria.
    The Duolingo test results take about 48 hours.
For further assistance on studying abroad, students may contact our expert counsellors at any branch of Empower Overseas. Free online counseling is also available on our website. Our counselors provide comprehensive support for application processes, English proficiency exams, SOP creation, and visa applications. For additional information or inquiries, please email us at application02@empoweroverseas.com