Duolingo English Test coaching

Duolingo Coaching for Study Abroad

Prepare for the Duolingo English Test, the online English test you take from home in about an hour. Learn every question type, practise with timed mock tests and get the score your universities ask for.

All question typesTimed mock testsSpeaking & writing feedbackScore plan
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What is the Duolingo English Test?

The online English test you take from home

The Duolingo English Test (DET) checks your reading, writing, listening and speaking in one short online test. It is accepted by thousands of universities and colleges, especially in the USA, Canada, the UK and Europe.

Take it from home

An online test on your own computer, available any day, any time.

About 1 hour

A short adaptive test plus a video interview and writing sample.

Score 10 to 160

One overall score with sub-scores, aligned with the CEFR levels.

Results in about 2 days

Scores usually arrive within 48 hours and stay valid for 2 years.

Why UniLife Abroad

Why join our Duolingo coaching course?

Smart strategies, lots of practice and honest feedback for a test that rewards quick, accurate English.

01

Expert trainers

Trainers who know how the adaptive test works and which skills move your score fastest.

02

Flexible batches

Batch timings that fit around your college or job, with help to catch up if you miss a class.

03

Mock tests & practice questions

Full-length timed mock tests and question-wise practice to track your progress.

04

Personal feedback

Clear feedback on your speaking and writing answers, with tips on what to fix next.

05

Test-day guidance

Help with the computer, camera, room and ID rules, so nothing goes wrong on test day.

06

Coaching + admissions

The same team helps with your universities, applications and student visa after your test.

Learn your way

Take your Duolingo prep to the next level

The Duolingo English Test is fast and adaptive: questions get harder or easier based on your answers. Our coaching builds the speed and accuracy you need, with practice you can also do from home between classes.

  • Practice for every Duolingo question type
  • Timed mock tests that feel like the real adaptive test
  • Vocabulary and grammar for quick, accurate answers
  • Templates and tips for the writing and speaking tasks
Start with a free level check
Learn

Guided classes

Step-by-step lessons on reading, writing, listening and speaking tasks.

Practise

Practice anytime

Use practice questions and mock tests from home whenever it suits you.

Improve

Feedback & doubt-solving

Get your answers checked and your doubts cleared before test day.

How we train

Our unique training methodology

Four clear stages from your first level check to your test day.

1

Pre-assessment & strategy

A level check to find your current score range, then a personal study plan.

2

Skill-building sessions

Focused practice in vocabulary, grammar, reading speed, listening and fluency.

3

Exam simulation & timing

Full-length mock tests that copy real test conditions, so you learn to manage time.

4

Final prep & confidence

Last-minute tips, a test-day checklist and help booking your test.

Exam pattern

What does the Duolingo English Test entail?

One online test of about an hour, testing all four skills. Question types can be updated by Duolingo, and we keep our coaching up to date.

Duolingo English Test format
PartTimeWhat it covers
Adaptive test (scored)About 45 minutesReading, writing, listening and speaking questions that adapt to your level
Writing & speaking sampleAbout 10 minutesA short essay and a video answer on a given topic. Not scored, but sent to universities
Setup & rulesAbout 5 minutesCheck your camera, microphone and ID before the test starts

Timings are approximate. Questions get harder or easier based on your answers.

Reading

Reading tasks

  • Read and complete: fill in missing letters
  • Read and select: spot the real English words
  • Interactive reading: complete and understand a passage
Listening

Listening tasks

  • Listen and type: write the sentence you hear
  • Interactive listening: follow and answer in a conversation
  • Choose the right response
Writing

Writing tasks

  • Write about the photo
  • Read, then write
  • Writing sample (short essay)
Speaking

Speaking tasks

  • Read aloud
  • Listen, then speak
  • Speak about the photo and speaking sample (video)
Why Duolingo?

What makes the Duolingo English Test unique?

  • Convenient and flexible
    Take the test at home, any day and any time, with no test centre to travel to.
  • Budget-friendly
    Costs much less than most other English tests.
  • Fast results
    Results usually arrive within 48 hours.
  • Short test
    The whole test takes about one hour.
  • Widely accepted
    Accepted by thousands of universities and colleges around the world.

Not every visa accepts Duolingo (for example, Australia's student visa does not), so we check your country and university rules before you book.

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Scores, fees & facts

Duolingo scores and test fee

What different Duolingo scores mean, and the key facts to know before you book.

What Duolingo scores mean
ScoreLevel
130 to 160Very good English. Asked for by top universities and competitive courses
115 to 125Good English. Common for many master's courses
100 to 110Fair English. Accepted for many bachelor's and some master's courses
Below 100May need a pathway or English course first

Requirements depend on the university and course. We check the exact score for every option on your shortlist.

Duolingo test fee & key facts
ItemDetails
Test feeAround USD 65, much lower than most English tests
WhereOnline, at home, on your own computer
ResultsUsually within 48 hours
Score validity2 years
RetakesUp to 2 attempts in any 30 days

The fee and rules can change. Check the official Duolingo English Test website when you book.

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    FAQs

    Duolingo coaching: your questions answered

    Quick answers to what students ask us most about the Duolingo English Test. For advice on your own plan, speak to a counsellor. It's free.

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    How long is the Duolingo English Test?

    About one hour: roughly 45 minutes for the scored adaptive test and about 10 minutes for the writing and speaking sample, plus a short setup.

    When do I get my Duolingo results?

    Results usually arrive within 48 hours of finishing the test.

    Which universities accept the Duolingo English Test?

    Thousands of universities and colleges accept it, including many in the USA, Canada, the UK and Europe. We check whether each university on your shortlist accepts it.

    Is the Duolingo English Test accepted for a student visa?

    Not for every country. For example, Australia's student visa does not accept it, and some other visa rules ask for IELTS or PTE. We check this before you choose a test.

    How is the Duolingo English Test scored?

    You get an overall score from 10 to 160 in steps of 5, with sub-scores, aligned with the CEFR levels.

    What Duolingo score do I need?

    Many universities ask for 100 to 120, and top universities often ask for 120 to 130 or more. We set your target from your shortlist.

    Can I retake the Duolingo English Test?

    Yes. You can take it up to two times in any 30-day period.

    How is Duolingo different from IELTS or PTE?

    It is cheaper, shorter, taken from home and gives results in about two days. IELTS and PTE are taken at a test centre and are accepted by more visa systems.

    What is the video interview?

    At the end of the test you speak on a topic for a few minutes and write a short essay. These are not scored but are sent to universities with your results.

    How long does Duolingo coaching take?

    Most students prepare in three to five weeks, depending on their level and target score. Your diagnostic test helps us set a realistic timeline.

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