Carleton University IELTS requirements
Undergraduate
6.5Overall
Each band at least 6.0
- Listening6.0
- Reading6.0
- Writing6.0
- Speaking6.0
Postgraduate
Not listed. Ask the university.
Note: UG direct entry. 5.0-6.4 (4.5 each) gets conditional offer with ESL courses; some programs exclude ESL-route students.
How far are you?
Pick your band to compare it with Carleton University's requirement.
You need 6.5 for Carleton University.
TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE minimums
We found no TOEFL, Duolingo or PTE minimum for Carleton University.
Convert a TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo score to IELTSBefore you apply
Almost every university accepts an IELTS result for two years from the test date. If you're not sure about Carleton University, check its admissions page before you book.
We found nothing from Carleton University on IELTS Online, so ask before you book it.
If your score is a little below the requirement, many universities offer a pre-sessional English course. Ask the admissions office whether Carleton University does.
Similar universities
In Canada, with a similar IELTS requirement.
Acadia University
Wolfville, CanadaUG6.5PG6.5min 6.0 eachBishop's University
Sherbrooke, CanadaUG6.5min 6.0 eachPGNot listedBritish Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, CanadaUG6.5min 5.5 eachPGNot listedBrock University
St. Catharines, CanadaUG6.5min 6.0 eachPGNot listedCape Breton University
Sydney (Nova Scotia), CanadaUG6.5min 6.0 eachPG6.5min 6.0 eachCapilano University
North Vancouver, CanadaUG6.5min 6.0 eachPGNot listed
Where this figure comes from
We read this figure on Carleton University's own admissions page. Last checked: October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score do I need for a master's at Carleton University?
We found no postgraduate IELTS figure for Carleton University. Ask the admissions office about the course you want.
Does Carleton University accept the Duolingo English Test?
We found no Duolingo minimum for Carleton University. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
Does Carleton University accept PTE Academic?
We found no PTE Academic minimum for Carleton University. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
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