Which countries accept Duolingo English Test?
Over 4,000 educational institutions in more than 70 countries across the world recognise the Duolingo English Test. For foreign admissions, this test is accepted by a large number of universities in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, and NZ as a reliable indicator of English competence. It is widely use

As countries are continuously added to the list of Duolingo accepting nations, it's difficult to say the exact number. However, more than 100 countries are accepting the Duolingo English Test score currently. Countries like the USA, UK, Canada, Germany, Ireland, and all major study destinations are
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Yes. Once you apply a voucher or pay for a DET test, you typically have 21 days to complete. After that credit expires.
If you do not take the DET test within this window, the waiver is forfeited.
To be eligible, you typically need to provide official proof of financial hardship. It includes
- Income tax returns (ITR)
- Family income statements
- Refugee status documents.
Universities may also ask for proof of your application to their institution before granting a code.
No, individual students cannot apply directly through Duolingo. You must request a waiver through your high school counsellor, teacher, a partner university's admissions office, or an authorized NGO that supports low-income students.
Yes, Virginia Commonwealth Uni accepts Duolingo test scores. The minimum score required in Duolingo for UG admission is 105 and for PG admission, it is 110. Test scores required in other English language proficiency tests are-
| Test | UG Scores | PG Scores |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | 70 on iBT | 80 on iBT |
| IELTS | 6.0 | 6.5 |
| PTE | 53 | 65 |
| Duolingo | 105 | 110 |
Yes, Indian students can apply with a Duolingo English Test (DET). This would require a minimum GPA of 110.
Other than DET, these applicants can also go for the English tests like IELTS, PTE and TOEFL too. Look at the minimum scores required -
- IELTS with a band of 6.5+ overall (with no sec
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