A Duolingo English Test score of 75 is a CEFR B1 (intermediate) level. On Duolingo’s official comparison table it is roughly IELTS 4.5 and TOEFL iBT 35 – 40. Among the 1001 institutions that publish a DET minimum on their website, 31 (3%) ask for 75 or lower, and 14 list exactly 75.
Score 75 compared with nearby scores
| DET | CEFR | IELTS | TOEFL iBT | Institutions listing this minimum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | B1 | 5 | 47 – 52 | 39 |
| 80 | B1 | 5 | 41 – 46 | 33 |
| 75 | B1 | 4.5 | 35 – 40 | 14 |
| 70 | B1 | 4.5 | 30 – 34 | 6 |
| 65 | B1 | 4.5 | 24 – 29 | 6 |
Institutions that list 75 as their minimum DET score
Minimum taken from each institution’s own website; programs may differ and requirements change — confirm before you book.
- Denmark: Dania Academy, Denmark
- Spain: HTL International School of Hospitality Tourism and Languages
- United States: Cuyamaca College · Grossmont College · Immaculata University · Iowa Central Community College · Moorpark College · Mt San Antonio College · Napa Valley College · Riverside City College · Southern Illinois University · Southwestern College · University of Maine at Fort Kent · University of Southern Maine
Is 75 a good Duolingo score?
75 is below the range most universities ask for (usually 95–125): only 3% of institutions with a published minimum accept 75 or lower, mainly language programs, pathway courses and some colleges. Plan on reaching at least 100–110.
How to go from 75 to 80 or higher
- Below 100 the fastest gains come from vocabulary: learn the 2,000 most common English words and practise Read and Select every day.
- In Listen and Type, write every word you hear even if you are unsure of the spelling — partial credit counts.
- Use the free typing trainer: typing faster gives you more time to think in the writing tasks.
Start with the free level test to estimate your current score, train your typing with the typing trainer, and prepare properly with the Duolingo English Test course.
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Last updated: November 2026