Overview

Duolingo English Test

The Duolingo English Test (DET) is a widely accepted, online English proficiency exam designed to assess language skills for academic and immigration purposes. It is recognized by numerous universities in the USA, Canada, the UK, and other countries as an alternative to traditional tests like TOEFL and IELTS.

Test Structure

The Duolingo English Test is a one-hour, computer-based assessment that evaluates four key language skills: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking. The test is adaptive, meaning that the difficulty of questions adjusts based on the test taker’s responses. The test is divided as follows:

• Introduction & Setup: 10 minutes (including a video interview and writing sample)

• Test Sections: 45 minutes (Adaptive questions covering reading, writing, listening, and speaking)

• Completion & Submission: 5 minutes

Scoring

• The DET uses a scoring scale ranging from 10 to 160 points, with individual scores reflecting overall English proficiency.

• Test takers receive their scores within 48 hours, and the scores can be sent to unlimited institutions for free.

Why Take the Duolingo English Test?

• Quick and convenient — complete the test from home in under an hour.

• Cost-effective — significantly less expensive than other standardized English tests.

• Accepted by a growing number of academic institutions worldwide.