PTE 50 to IELTS
PTE 50 equals IELTS 6.0 by Pearson's table (July 2025), but IELTS 5.5 by the IELTS Partners' table (2021).
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PTE 50 is about
IELTSBands 4.0–9.0
6.0
Pearson, Jul 2025
IELTS Partners' table: 5.5IELTS Partners, 2021
PTE 50 is about IELTS 6.0.
Get a study plan for 6.0Universities that accept PTE 50
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 | PTE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise State University | United States | 6.0 | 6.5 | 50 |
| Cleveland State University | United States | 6.0 | 6.0 | 50 |
| Dawson College | Canada | 6.0 | – | 50 |
| Australian Catholic University | Australia | 6.0 | – | 50 |
| Flinders University | Australia | 6.0 | 6.0 | 50 |
| Massey University | New Zealand | 6.0 | 6.5 | 50 |
| The University of Auckland | New Zealand | 6.0 | 6.5 | 50 |
| Yeditepe University | Türkiye | – | – | 50 |
Frequently asked questions
What is PTE 50 in IELTS?
PTE 50 equals IELTS 6.0 by Pearson's table (July 2025), but IELTS 5.5 by the IELTS Partners' table (2021).
What CEFR level is PTE 50?
PTE 50 matches IELTS 6.0, which is CEFR B2, Upper intermediate. You follow the main ideas of complex texts and talk with native speakers without strain on either side.
Why are there two PTE answers?
Pearson (July 2025) and the IELTS Partners (2021) built their tables from different studies, on different versions of PTE. Pearson's is newer and covers the current test. If a university names a PTE minimum, use that number.
Which universities accept PTE 50?
For example Boise State University, Cleveland State University, and Dawson College. Requirements differ by course and level, so check the university's own page.
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