Duolingo English Test
Facts about the Duolingo English Test
The Duolingo English Test is a computer-based test of language proficiency that is an alternative to traditional proficiency tests. Accessibility, Affordable fees, Time duration, Faster results, Mock tests, Acceptance are the attractive aspects of the Duolingo English Test.
The test comprises listening, reading, writing and speaking in a shuffled order. With Duolingo, you can take tests from the comfort of your home without an appointment. The duration of the Duolingo test varies from 45 minutes to 1 hour depends on the English proficiency of the candidate. Besides the video interview, the test includes a writing sample. Whenever candidates apply to an institution using a Duolingo score sample, the video interview and writing sample is sent directly to the institution by Duolingo. Despite being a mandatory field, it does not affect the scores. The Duolingo test is more affordable compared to other language proficiency tests. It costs only $49 and gets your results within 48 hours. Duolingo offers several mock tests before taking the actual exam.
Convenient
Take the test online from your computer at any time, anywhere in the world.
Fast
Complete the test in under 1 hour and receive your results in 2 days.
Affordable
Only $49, and you can share your results with an unlimited number of institutions.
Trusted
Accepted by thousands of top institutions around the world.
WHO ACCEPTS THE TEST
The Duolingo English Test is used as proof of English proficiency by institutions and employers around the world. It is recognized by thousands of universities in over 50 countries, and it is commonly accepted for admissions, placement, progress, or exit requirements. To see where the test is accepted, visit englishtest.duolingo.com/institutions. Always check a university’s website to understand their English proficiency requirements.
Duolingo accepting Universities in the UK
The UK is the most popular study destination because of its global environment, excellent academics, and work opportunities. Around 68 universities in the UK accept the Duolingo test for English Proficiency. Some of the universities are:
- Anglia Ruskin University
- Bangor University
- University of Bristol
- Brunel University
- University of Glasgow
- University of Birmingham
- Queen’s University Belfast
- Middlesex University
- University of Stirling
- Plymouth University
- University of Hertfordshire
- Leeds Beckett University
Test requirements
To take the test, you will need a computer with good internet connectivity, as well as a microphone, speaker, and webcam. Exams can only take place using Google Chrome or Opera browsers with the latest versions. At the beginning of the test, candidates need to take a picture of their original passports.
Test Rules
- Headphone usage is banned during the test.
- Usage of pens and pencils is not allowed.
- Note-taking is not permissible.
- Candidates’ ears must be visible throughout the test.
- Candidates are not allowed to look away from the computer screen or communicate with anyone during the test.
- All add-ons must be disabled.
- Candidates cannot leave the test window during the exam.
Scores
Duolingo’s English Test now scales out of 160 in 5 point increments. Top ranking institutions prefer 150 to 160 scores. Universities generally require a score of 120 or higher. In addition to conversation and comprehension, literacy and production play a role in the score.
Comparing Duolingo scores to
IELTS
Duolingo Score | IELTS Band |
10 | 1.5 |
15 | 2 |
20-25 | 2.5 |
30-40 | 3 |
45-50 | 3.5 |
55-60 | 4 |
65-70 | 4.5 |
75-80 | 5 |
85-90 | 5.5 |
95-100 | 6 |
105-110 | 6.5 |
115-120 | 7 |
125-130 | 7.5 |
135-140 | 8 |
145-150 | 8.5 |
155-160 | 9 |
Comparing Duolingo scores to TOEFL
Duolingo Score | TOEFL Score |
10-25 | 0 |
30 | 1 |
35 | 2-4 |
40 | 5-8 |
45 | 9-13 |
50 | 14-19 |
55 | 20-25 |
60 | 26-31 |
65 | 32-37 |
70 | 38-43 |
75 | 44-49 |
80 | 50-55 |
85 | 56-61 |
90 | 62-67 |
95 | 68-73 |
100 | 74-79 |
105 | 80-85 |
110 | 86-91 |
115 | 92-96 |
120 | 97-102 |
125 | 103-107 |
130 | 108-112 |
135 | 113-115 |
140 | 116-118 |
145 | 119 |
150-160 | 120 |
TIMED MOCK TESTS – 10
VOCAB, GRAMMAR, IELTS TIP VIDEOS – 300+
LIVE LECTURES DURATION – 75 MIN/ DAY
LIVE LECTURE CURRICULUM – 21 Days
RESULTS BY EXPERT MENTORS – Yes
Class Timings
Morning : 09:00 PM – 10:15 AM
Evening : 07:00 PM – 08:15 PM
(1 Hours Batch + 15 Min Doubt Solving Session)
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FAQ'S
Of course, candidates can register on the Duolingo website & can practice tests any number of times.
Candidates can take the test within 90 days of purchasing it.
The scores are valid up to 2 years from the declaration of results.
Currently not available. But the candidates can access their scores while logging in to their account.
Score reporting is free for a candidate to send his scores to any number of institutes.
