Duolingo 80 to IELTS
Duolingo 80 equals IELTS 5.0 by Duolingo's official table (2022, rechecked in October 2025).
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Duolingo 80 is about
IELTSBands 4.0–9.0
5.0
Duolingo, 2022 table, rechecked 2025
Duolingo 80 is about IELTS 5.0.
Get a study plan for 5.0Universities that accept Duolingo 80
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Farabi Kazakh National University | Kazakhstan | 5.0 | – | 80 |
| L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University | Kazakhstan | 5.0 | 5.0 | 80 |
| King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals | Saudi Arabia | 4.5 | 6.0 | 80 |
| Maqsut Narikbayev University | Kazakhstan | 5.0 | – | 80 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Duolingo 80 in IELTS?
Duolingo 80 equals IELTS 5.0 by Duolingo's official table (2022, rechecked in October 2025).
What CEFR level is Duolingo 80?
Duolingo 80 matches IELTS 5.0, which is CEFR B1, Intermediate. You handle familiar topics, everyday situations and simple connected text. The IELTS partners call 5.0 a borderline band: it sits between B1 and B2.
Which universities accept Duolingo 80?
For example Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, and King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals. Requirements differ by course and level, so check the university's own page.
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