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Northeastern University IELTS requirements

Successful undergraduate applicants to Northeastern University typically score IELTS 7.5 overall.
Typical of successful applicantsOfficial admissions page

Undergraduate

7.5Typical overall

No figure per band

Postgraduate

Not listed. Ask the university.

Note: UG: no minimum; the middle 50% of admitted students scored IELTS 7.5–8.0, DET 130–140, TOEFL 102–110 (5.0–5.5 on the new scale), PTE 79–86. CPS bachelor's completion IELTS 6.5. Grad varies by college.

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    Successful applicants to Northeastern University typically score 7.5.

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    Typical TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE scores

    Scores successful applicants typically have.
    UndergraduatePostgraduate
    TOEFL iBT102Not stated
    Duolingo English Test130Not stated
    PTE Academic79Not stated
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    Before you apply

    Almost every university accepts an IELTS result for two years from the test date. If you're not sure about Northeastern University, check its admissions page before you book.

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    If your score is below this figure, ask the admissions office whether Northeastern University would still consider your application, and whether it offers a pre-sessional English course.

    Where this figure comes from

    We read this figure on Northeastern University's own admissions page, which describes it as the score successful applicants typically have. Last checked: October 2026.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What IELTS score do I need for a master's at Northeastern University?

    We found no postgraduate IELTS figure for Northeastern University. Ask the admissions office about the course you want.

    Does Northeastern University accept the Duolingo English Test?

    Northeastern University lists the Duolingo English Test scores its successful applicants typically have: 130 for undergraduate. Check the page for your course.

    Does Northeastern University accept PTE Academic?

    Northeastern University lists the PTE Academic scores its successful applicants typically have: 79 for undergraduate. Check the page for your course.

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