What are the latest updates in the Duolingo English Test 2025?
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Here are few changes announced for Duolingo English Test 2025:
- Fee Increased: Duolingo Fee for Indians is USD 70 (INR 6,000). Earlier, it was USD 55.
- Dual Camera Requirement: You need to set up another camera which will record you and your computer screen.
- AI Use: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now being used to enhance the assessment of a candidate's language proficiency more comprehensively.
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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.
No, Aalto University Finland does not accept Duolingo test for admission to Master's and Doctoral courses where the language of instruction of the course is English. But, to prove the English language proficiency, international applicants are required to submit the minimum scores given below:
Tests | Minimum Score |
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IELTS | 6.5 overall and writing score 6.0 |
TOEFL | 92 and writing score 22 |
PTE | 62 and writing score 54 |
No, Duolingo does not announce a public list of speaking topics. However, candidates can prepare by practicing with commonly encountered themes such as food, family, studies, work, and entertainment. You need to focus on improving speaking skills. This will help you in every topic you want to speak.
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