Practice test scores explained 

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What your test score means
Your overall score is a mark out of 90. It gives a good indication of your English language ability in real-life academic situations: 

  • Our experience suggests that most universities
    • for undergraduate studies require a minimum score between 51 and 61 on the actual test 
    • for postgraduate studies require a minimum score between 57 and 67 on the actual test 
    • for MBA studies require a minimum score between 59 and 69 on the actual test
  • A score of at least 36 on the actual test is required for UKBA tier 4 student visas for students wishing to study on a course below degree level. A score of at least 51 on the actual test is required for UKBA tier 4 student visas for students wishing to study on a course at or above degree level at an institution that is not a UK Higher Education Institution

You can also download our guide to interpreting your test score: Interpreting the PTE Academic Score report