Is Duolingo English Test accepted in the USA?
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Yes, there are many universities in USA accept a score of Duolingo English Test to access the English proficiency of a student. Other than admission, the Duolingo score is accepted for offering via. So, if you are planning to study in USA then Duolingo English Test is a perfect alternative to IELTS and other traditional exams.
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With more than 1,000 programmes that have started accepting Duolingo English Test over 2022-23, more than 4200 institutions now accept the DET, out of which more than 70% of these are located in the US. The rise in the number of institutions accepting its scores was witnessed ever since the pandemic restricted the movement of people in public places. In order to make it convenient for the test takers, many of the universities in the United States started accepting Duolingo English for admission into its programmes, and continue to do so given the access and benefits it provides to students.
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If you want to study in Canada at Columbia College, you will need an English language test. The preferred tests are IELTS and TOEFL. This undergrad college does not accept Duolingo. In IELTS you would generally need a band score of 6.5 and if you choose to take TOEFL internet-based test, you would need a score of 72.
You can get Duolingo English Test sample papers on the official Duolingo English Test website for free practice tests. Websites like Shiksha, Leverage Edu, and GoArno also offer free PDFs and sample questions. These help you learn question types and improve your test skills.
When you apply for admission in any university with your DET score, the admission committee needs no verification. As Duolingo itself share the scorecard of your test directly to the university through its secure portal. This is to ensure authenticity and prevent tampering.
Yes, you can send your certified Duolingo English Test score report to as many universities as you wish. It is free of charge.
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