What score range does the Duolingo English Test use?
The Duolingo English Test scores range from 10 to 160 in total, combining your reading, writing, listening, and speaking performance into one simple number. Results typically arrive within about 48 hours, and you can pay a small extra fee for a faster report in around 12 hours.
Your Duolingo English Test score will fall somewhere between 10 and 160, a single combined figure covering your reading, writing, listening, and speaking ability. This straightforward scale is one reason many students find the test easier to interpret than a multi part scorecard.
Duolingo English Test Score Snapshot
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Score range | 10 to 160 |
| Skills covered | Reading, writing, listening, speaking |
| Standard result time | About 48 hours |
| Faster result time (extra fee) | About 12 hours |
Sharing Your Score With Universities
Once your results are ready, you can log into your account any time and send your scorecard to as many universities as you like at no extra charge. This flexibility makes it easier to apply broadly without worrying about repeat testing or per university sending fees.
My Advice
If you are working against a tight application deadline, budget for the faster 12 hour turnaround option so you are not left waiting on standard processing right when a university needs your score.
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