Saint Mary's University

English Proficiency

For admission to St. Mary's University, all students must provide proof of English competence. If you studied in the United States, you may be able to meet the English proficiency criterion. 

Options for submitting proof of English competence to St. Mary's are:

• English as a Foreign Language Exam (TOEFL). Full admission requires a minimum score of 80 on the Internet-based (IB) test (87 for admission to the Master of Business Administration programs/certificate).
• The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a system for (IELTS). A minimum band score of 6.0 is required for full admission (6.5 required for admission to the Master of Business Administration programs/certificate).
• Duolingo English Test (DET): A minimum score of 105 is required for full admission. Graduate programs may require a higher proficiency score for admission. Please check with the graduate admission department for specific requirements.