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The Duolingo English Test is a test to measure level of English language proficiency. It is similar to the TOEFL and IELTS in terms of the function. SYE provides Duolingo test waivers to SYE students and often has additional waivers for non-SYE students. Keep an eye on the Facebook group for more details about waivers.
Is the Duolingo Test accepted in universities and scholarships?
Is the Duolingo Test accepted in universities and scholarships?
Like any English proficiency test, acceptance depends on the university itself, but since the beginning of the pandemic, most universities around the world recognize the Duolingo English Test as an alternative for the TOEFL and IELTS. You can search the list of universities that accept the Test here: https://englishtest.duolingo.com/institutions.
What is the structure of the Duolingo Test?
What is the structure of the Duolingo Test?
The duration of the test is one hour, which is divided into:
5 minutes: preparing to run the exam, by making sure the hardware and the Internet are working and uploading an image of your passport.
45 minutes: the actual graded test, which consists of questions that measure the skills of reading, listening, speaking, and writing in English .
10 minutes: a video interview and an essay, which are not graded.
What is a passing grade?
What is a passing grade?
Like other English tests there is no passing grade. It specifically depends on the universities and their requirements. We know that many of the most selective universities in America require a 130 minimum on the Duolingo exam. You can see Duolingo English test grades comparisons to other tests here: https://englishtest.duolingo.com/scores.
How long is the test valid?
How long is the test valid?
The test result is valid for two years starting from the day results are released.
When will the results be available?
When will the results be available?
Results are available 48 hours after you complete the test.
Can I take the test more than once ?
Can I take the test more than once ?
You can take the test twice every 30 days.
Test Requirements
Test Requirements
Identification. While the test asks for a passport copy (can be invalid), in select cases students can use a national id.
Quiet and well lit room .
60 minutes of free time .
Good Internet : Preferably use a 4g network To avoid any problems in the Test, the test uses up to 500 MB.
A computer or laptop : that has a front-facing webcam , a microphone, and speakers .
Test Rules
Test Rules
Must be alone in a quiet, well-lit room
Ears must be visible and uncovered
Face must be visible and unobscured
No headphones or earphones
No outside materials including mobile devices, notes, or textbooks
No communication with anyone else
No writing utensils or paper
Do not look away from the screen
Do not leave the test window on your web browser for any reason
Do not use any predictive input method.
Do not use any third party web camera software.
Preparing for the Test and Study Tools
Preparing for the Test and Study Tools
The Duolingo Test measures the level of the English language proficiency and not the level of practice or techniques, and this means that the source from which you study for the test is not important as long as it strengthens your level in the English language in general.
We recommend taking the 15 minute, free practice test on the Duolingo English test website. We don’t recommend taking it more than 5-10 times as the questions start to repeat.
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