{"id":10975,"date":"2023-08-16T18:32:30","date_gmt":"2023-08-16T13:02:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/?p=10975"},"modified":"2023-08-17T18:52:50","modified_gmt":"2023-08-17T13:22:50","slug":"ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/","title":{"rendered":"IELTS vs TOEFL\u00a0vs PTE vs Duolingo: Which test should you take?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_is_IELTS\" >What is IELTS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_is_TOEFL\" >What is TOEFL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_is_PTE\" >What is PTE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_is_Duolingo_English_Test\" >What is Duolingo English Test?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#The_table_shows_a_comparison_between_IELTS_vs_TOEFL_vs_PTE_vs_Duolingo\" >The table shows a comparison between IELTS vs TOEFL vs PTE vs Duolingo<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#Who_is_the_organizer_for_IELTS\" >Who is the organizer for IELTS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#Who_is_the_organizer_for_TOEFL\" >Who is the organizer for TOEFL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#Who_conducts_the_PTE\" >Who&nbsp;conducts the PTE ?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#Who_conducts_Duolingo\" >Who conducts Duolingo?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_are_types_of_IELTS_for_exams\" >What are types of IELTS for exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_are_the_types_of_TOEFL\" >What are the types of TOEFL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_are_the_types_of_PTE\" >What are the types of PTE?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#PTE_Academic\" >PTE Academic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#PTE_General\" >PTE General<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_are_the_types_of_Duolingo\" >What are the types of Duolingo?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_is_the_passing_score_for_IELTS\" >What is the passing score for IELTS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_is_the_passing_score_for_TOEFL\" >What is the passing score for TOEFL?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_is_the_passing_score_for_PTE\" >What is the passing score for PTE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_is_the_passing_score_for_Duolingo\" >What is the passing score for Duolingo?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#Can_the_IELTS_results_expire\" >Can the IELTS results expire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#How_many_times_can_we_attend_IELTS\" >How many times can we attend IELTS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#Can_the_TOEFL_results_expire\" >Can the TOEFL results expire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#Can_results_expire_for_PTE\" >Can results expire for PTE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#Can_the_Duolingo_results_expire\" >Can the Duolingo results expire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_countries_accept_IELTS\" >What countries accept IELTS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_countries_accept_TOEFL\" >What countries accept TOEFL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_countries_accept_PTE\" >What countries accept PTE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/ielts-vs-toefl-vs-pte-vs-duolingo\/#What_countries_accept_Duolingo\" >What countries accept Duolingo?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>English may not be the most spoken language in the world. Still, when it comes to applying for universities in native English-speaking countries, your English proficiency is one of the criteria that can determine your acceptance rate and others. We have therefore listed all the types of English language tests and find one that&#8217;s suitable for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_IELTS\"><\/span><strong>What is IELTS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>IELTS is also known as The International English Language Testing System. It is designed to help anyone who wants to study, work or migrate to another country.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important for anyone applying to be accepted in native-speaking countries. Therefore, this test is crucial&nbsp;for applicants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/the-complete-guide-to-ielts-preparation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IELTS<\/a><\/strong> is developed to provide candidates with a fair and accurate English language proficiency assessment. It is open to applicants from all backgrounds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_TOEFL\"><\/span><strong>What is TOEFL?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>TOEFL is the Test of English as a Foreign Language. The premier English language test assesses the language of non-native speakers who want to study, work or migrate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/a-100-toefl-score-the-need-to-aim-for-perfection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TOEFL test<\/strong><\/a> is available for anyone who wants to attend the world in more than 200 countries and territories.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates can take the test at the center or online at home. It is evaluated on a fair combination of human and AI scoring.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_PTE\"><\/span><strong>What is PTE?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/pte-academic-2023-exam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PTE<\/a><\/strong> is also known as the Pearson Test of English. It is the most trusted and efficient English proficiency test for students who want to improve their language and study abroad. The test is available for students from all nationalities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is assessed, evaluated and scored based on AI scoring, while for some tests, it is rated based on correct and incorrect answers. The formal aspects are scored based on word limit, while the quality of response is on pronunciation and fluency.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Duolingo_English_Test\"><\/span><strong>What is Duolingo English Test?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Duolingo English test is a digital English proficiency test that is a fast, convenient, affordable and trusted test by students who want to study abroad.&nbsp;The test can be taken by all nationalities anytime, anywhere.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/duolingo-english-test\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Duolingo test<\/a><\/strong> was developed to provide language training to aspiring, low-income students worldwide. It is integrated with the high-tech popular admission test software.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_table_shows_a_comparison_between_IELTS_vs_TOEFL_vs_PTE_vs_Duolingo\"><\/span>The table shows a comparison between IELTS vs TOEFL vs PTE vs Duolingo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Parameters<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>IELTS<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>TOEFL<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>PTE Academics<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Duolingo<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Format<\/td><td>Paper or Computer Based<\/td><td>Computer based<\/td><td>Computer based<\/td><td>Computer and mobile based<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Test Structure<\/td><td>ListeningReadingWritingSpeaking&nbsp;<\/td><td>ListeningReadingWritingSpeaking&nbsp;<\/td><td>ListeningReadingWritingSpeaking&nbsp;<\/td><td>ListeningReadingWritingSpeaking&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Organiser<\/td><td>British Council, Cambridge University Press &amp; Assessment and IDP IELTS<\/td><td>The Educational Testing Service<\/td><td>Pearson PLC Group<\/td><td>Duolingo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assesment Mechanism<\/td><td>Manual<\/td><td>Automated<\/td><td>Manual<\/td><td>Automated<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Score<\/td><td>1-9<\/td><td>1-120<\/td><td>10-90<\/td><td>0-160<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Validity<\/td><td>2-3 years<\/td><td>2-3 years<\/td><td>2 years<\/td><td>2 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Duration<\/td><td>2 hrs 45 min<\/td><td>3 hrs<\/td><td>2 years<\/td><td>1 yr<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Results<\/td><td>3 to 5 days after the test date<\/td><td>6-10 days after taking the test<\/td><td>Declared online within two working days<\/td><td><br>Within 48 hours of completing the test<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>University Accepted<\/td><td>11000+ International Colleges<\/td><td>11,500+ International Colleges in 160 countries<\/td><td>3,000+ International Colleges<\/td><td>Accepted by thousands of institutions worldwide<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Country Accepted<\/td><td>Canada, UK, and Australia<\/td><td>USA and Canada<\/td><td>UK, Australia, USA, and Canada<\/td><td>USA, Canada<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_the_organizer_for_IELTS\"><\/span><strong>Who is the organizer for IELTS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>IELTS is jointly owned by the British Council, Cambridge University Press &amp; Assessment and IDP IELTS. A team of language specialists from native english speaking countries such as the UK, the US, Australia, Canada and New Zealand develops the questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>[Read Also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/tips-and-tricks\/a-guide-5-ways-to-crack-an-ielts-exam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 Ways to Crack an IELTS Exam<\/a>]<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_the_organizer_for_TOEFL\"><\/span><strong>Who is the organizer for TOEFL?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Educational Testing Service conducted TOEFL, an American test service in Princeton University in 1964.&nbsp; It is a non-profit organization that designs various formats and administers the test. TOEFL is accepted by 11,000 universities in 160 countries around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_conducts_the_PTE\"><\/span><strong>Who&nbsp;conducts the PTE ?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>PTE is conducted by the Pearson PLC Group, a British multinational publishing and education company which comprises experts from linguistic testing and psychometrics. They assess, provide critical feedback and evaluate the test at every stage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_conducts_Duolingo\"><\/span><strong>Who conducts Duolingo?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It was developed and conducted by Duoling as the first internet-based test rather than a paper-based test. Its popularity grew more among students and teachers at the time of Covid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_types_of_IELTS_for_exams\"><\/span><strong>What are types of IELTS for exams?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are 2 types of IELTS available for applicants. The IELTS Academic Test assesses and measures if the student meets the academic requirements. The test reflects the student&#8217;s English language and is fit to begin studying or training in English.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>[Read Also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/admission-guide\/studying-in-the-uk-without-ielts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Studying in the UK Without IELTS<\/a>]<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_types_of_TOEFL\"><\/span><strong>What are the types of TOEFL?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are 3 types of TOEFL available for students.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first is the PBT (paper-based test) that resembles TOEFL iBT. It is based on 4-section assessments and only taken by 3 % of the students.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The second is the CBT (computer-based test), where students must take the Reading, Listening and Writing test at the center and the Speaking section at home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The third is the iBT(Internet-based Test) and the most common and preferred type of examination. It measures all four English skills: Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_types_of_PTE\"><\/span><strong>What are the types of PTE?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two types of PTE, and assess the test based on reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PTE_Academic\"><\/span><strong>PTE Academic<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is designed for work, immigration and anyone who wants to study abroad. The English-speaking countries accept it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Australia and New Zealand recognize the results as immigration and work visas. The duration of the test is for 3 hours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PTE_General\"><\/span><strong>PTE General<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is designed for work and study in non-speaking EU regions. The duration is for 1.5 to 3 hours. When it comes to this exam, it is important to understand the importance of the English proficiency test, which is linked to CEFRL and CEFR.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_types_of_Duolingo\"><\/span><strong>What are the types of Duolingo?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Duolingo is based on only one type of test which is an online based English test.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_passing_score_for_IELTS\"><\/span><strong>What is the passing score for IELTS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a wide range of levels of IELTS that assesses English language skills. In IELTS, there&#8217;s no pass or fail, but the applicants receive a score that ranges from 0-9 (also known as Band Score). These scores reflect your skills of Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. For example, the full range scores (0.5,6.0 or 7.0) and mid-range scores ( 5.5, 6.5. 7.5) at every test stage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_passing_score_for_TOEFL\"><\/span><strong>What is the passing score for TOEFL?&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The average score for TOEFL is between 65 to 110 for university admissions. There are different test scores for universities too. For instance, the iBT score varies from 61 points (Bowling Green State University) to 109 (Harvard).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_passing_score_for_PTE\"><\/span><strong>What is the passing score for PTE?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s no passing PTE score. The good score ranges between 50-90, which universities accept. The average score ranges between 10-90.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_passing_score_for_Duolingo\"><\/span><strong>What is the passing score for Duolingo?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s no passing or failing the Duolingo test. The average score is 110 and above, while the excellent score is 120.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_the_IELTS_results_expire\"><\/span><strong>Can the IELTS results expire?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The validity of the IELTS results depends upon the country and the university or organization a student plans to submit the test. For skilled migration workers, it is valid for three years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, it is valid for two years. For Canada, it must be the last 2 yrs, 24 months. As for the UK, US, Australia, and New Zealand, it is recommended for 2-year validity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_times_can_we_attend_IELTS\"><\/span><strong>How many times can we attend IELTS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>IELTS is conducted four times a month, and there&#8217;s no limit to taking the test. Applicants can retake the test within 60 days of the original test date. Students also have the option to retake only one section of the test if they want to. The best time to take the IELTS test is in April, August and December.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_the_TOEFL_results_expire\"><\/span><strong>Can the TOEFL results expire?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is valid for two years. Yes, it can expire after two years after the test date. Students can receive the scorecard within six days. TOEFL is conducted 50 times a year, and students can retake the test anytime after seven days from the test date. The test cannot be extended, and the scorecard disappears from the official website after its validity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_results_expire_for_PTE\"><\/span><strong>Can results expire for PTE?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The PTE Scores are valid only for two years from the day you gave your test. After two years, if it is not used, it will automatically be deleted from your account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_the_Duolingo_results_expire\"><\/span><strong>Can the Duolingo results expire?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Duolingo results will expire after two years from the day of the test taken by a candidate. The scores can be sent to many universities. It will be deleted from your account if it is not used within 2 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_countries_accept_IELTS\"><\/span><strong>What countries accept IELTS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The English-speaking countries that accept the IELTS test are the UK, the US, Australia, Ireland and New Zealand.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_countries_accept_TOEFL\"><\/span><strong>What countries accept TOEFL?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The English-speaking countries that accept the IELTS test are the UK, the US, Australia, Ireland and New Zealand.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_countries_accept_PTE\"><\/span><strong>What countries accept <\/strong><strong>PTE<\/strong><strong>?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The countries that accept the PTE&nbsp;test are the USA, UK, Germany, France, Netherlands, New Zealand, Canada, Australia, Saudi Arabia, UAE and some more countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_countries_accept_Duolingo\"><\/span><strong>What countries accept Duolingo?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Duolingo is accepted in&nbsp;the USA, the UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, China, Qatar, Japan, Thailand, Ireland, and the European countries (Spain, Germany, Austria, France, Hungary, Italy).<\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>English may not be the most spoken language in the world. 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