Duolingo to IELTS Converter
Convert your Duolingo English Test (DET) score (10–160) to an equivalent IELTS band — useful for universities that accept both tests.
Duolingo → IELTS Band
Enter your DET overall score (10–160)
Equivalent score
Enter a score
Duolingo to IELTS conversion chart
| Duolingo (DET) | IELTS Band |
|---|---|
| 160 | 8.5 |
| 145–155 | 8.0 |
| 135–140 | 7.5 |
| 125–130 | 7.0 |
| 115–120 | 6.5 |
| 105–110 | 6.0 |
| 95–100 | 5.5 |
| 85–90 | 5.0 |
Duolingo accepted universities
5000+ institutions accept the DET including Yale, Columbia, NYU, University of Toronto, McGill, University of Sydney, and most major UK universities. The test costs around $65 and is taken online — making it the most affordable and accessible English test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Duolingo score equals IELTS 7?
Duolingo 125–130 ≈ IELTS 7.0 based on the official DET concordance.
Is Duolingo accepted for US universities?
Yes — most US universities including the Ivy League accept DET. Always confirm the minimum score with each university.
Is Duolingo cheaper than IELTS?
Yes — DET is ~$65 vs IELTS ~$250. Results in 2 days vs 13 days for IELTS.