For the duration of the Coronvirus pandemic, Graduate Admissions will accept scores of 105 or higher on the Duolingo English Test to demonstrate satisfactory English language proficiency. The Duolingo English Test is a modern language proficiency tool  that prospective students take online from anywhere, anytime; all that is needed is an internet connection, a webcam, and microphone.

The computer adaptive Duolingo English Test is designed to measure the entire spectrum of English language ability from basic to very proficient, and scores are reported out of 160 in 5-point increments. Again, the minimum score required for graduate applicants to programs at UNC Charlotte is 105. The registration fee is $49 USD, and the test can be completed in under an hour.

The proficiency score is calculated by a computer adaptive engine, while the entire test session is certified by a human proctor to verify the test taker’s identity and detect instances of rule breaking. The results, including video interview and writing sample, are available within 48 hours of the test session; test takers can send an unlimited number of score reports to institutions for no additional cost.

For more information on testing requirements, please visit Graduate Admissions English Language Proficiency.