Duolingo

In the 'Read Aloud' part, the test takers will have to record themselves reading a written sentence or a statement which appears on the screen. They will then have to speak it loud and clear into the microphone. As soon as the timer starts, you will get to read the instructions for this question. Carefully look at the pauses or punctuations in the given statement so that you can halt at the commas. Only 20 seconds will be provided for the same and you can record your statement only once.  

As of 2025, no changes have been announced for the Duolingo English Test (DET) format. The test duration and its adaptive nature are same like before. DET Test takers will have 55 minutes to complete the exam, along with 5 minutes at the beginning for the introduction and onboarding process.

However, the Duolingo English Test is now using AI technology to assess a candidate's language proficiency more effectively and delivering results in less than 48 hours. Also, the DET exam conducting body has introduced a secondary camera requirement to enhance test security and raise the credibility of test.

Yes, the Audencia Business School accepts the Duolingo English test results as a part of English language test scores. The Duolingo scores are calculated on a scale of 0- 160, whereas the Audencia Business School requires a minimum score of 100 or above to be considered the student for the program. 

Students can also submit scores for other English language tests. The tests along with their minimum scores are mentioned below:

English language test requirements

You can take the Duolingo English Test multiple times. There is no limit to the number of times you can take the DET. Each test result is valid for two years. The score for each attempt may vary. You will have the option to choose which score you want to share with the university.

The Duolingo English Test Price for Indian students is USD 70 (6,000 approxx.) from February 2025. This fee is to buy just one test. If you want to buy another bunddle test (2 tests) the price is USD 118 (USD 59 per test). 

To take the Duolingo English Test at home, you need to have below mentioned things:

• Computer with a functioning microphone, speakers, and web camera.
• Your camera should be on the top-middle of your monitor or screen.
• A phone with a camera to record your computer during the test.
• A working internet connection.

The Duolingo English Test is adaptive test. It uses technology to personalize the testing experience and provide a more precise and efficient evaluation of your English skills. 

The difficulty of questions in the DET test depends on your performance. If you answer a question correctly, the next question is likely to be harder. If you get it wrong, the next question will probably be easier.

Yes, the National College of Ireland accepts Duolingo test scores as a part of the English language requirements for the admission of international students whose native language is not English. The minimum Duolingo scores required at the college are 95 or above. The college accepts certain English language test scores including IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo that depend on the level of course students are applying to.

However, it is recommended to the students to check the English language requirement for the Visa application as mostly the Visa approval require either TOEFL or IELTS exam scores.

Fox Valley Technical College accepts the Duolingo English Test (DET). 

Their Minimum DET eligibility criteria is 95.

At the score of 85 you can't pursue for it.

But you are close to it

You are suppose to do more practice and tame test regularly and try to improve more. You still have some time.

First of all, CGPA don't matter that much. But,  you can get selected at NCI once you go through their eligibility criteria.