Duolingo 150 to IELTS
Duolingo 150 equals IELTS 8.0 by Duolingo's official table (2022, rechecked in October 2025).
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Duolingo 150 is about
IELTSBands 4.0–9.0
8.0
Duolingo, 2022 table, rechecked 2025
Duolingo 150 is about IELTS 8.0.
Get a study plan for 8.0Universities that accept Duolingo 150
This score meets each university's own minimum for this test, as stated on its website and checked in the last six months. Courses can ask for more.
| University | Country | IELTS, undergrad | IELTS, postgrad | Duolingo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reed College | United States | 7.0 | – | 145 |
| London Business School | United Kingdom | – | 7.0 | 135 |
| Barnard College | United States | 7.5 | – | 135 |
| American University in Cairo | Egypt | 6.5 | – | 135 |
| ESADE | Spain | – | 7.0 | 130 |
| McGill University | Canada | 6.5 | – | 125 |
| Simon Fraser University | Canada | 6.5 | – | 125 |
| The University of Western Australia | Australia | 6.5 | 6.5 | 125 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Duolingo 150 in IELTS?
Duolingo 150 equals IELTS 8.0 by Duolingo's official table (2022, rechecked in October 2025).
What CEFR level is Duolingo 150?
Duolingo 150 matches IELTS 8.0, which is CEFR C1, Advanced. You use English flexibly for study and work, and understand long, demanding texts. The IELTS partners call 8.0 a borderline band: it sits between C1 and C2.
Which universities accept Duolingo 150?
For example Reed College, London Business School, and Barnard College. Requirements differ by course and level, so check the university's own page.
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