Duolingo English Test guideDelivered by Duolingo. Learn how the adaptive online test works, what universities accept it and how to prepare for the interview segment.
Test essentials
Why Duolingo English Test matters
The Duolingo English Test is a fully online, adaptive assessment with an integrated video interview. It is widely accepted by universities for admissions but is not valid for visa applications.
Duration
Approximately 60 minutes
Format
Online adaptive test + recorded interview
Scoring
10-160 scale (5-point increments)
Results timeline
Official results within 48 hours
Before you book your test
Keep these essentials in mind so your result matches immigration and university conditions.
- Accepted by 4,000+ programmes worldwide for admissions decisions
- On-demand testing available 24/7 from any quiet, well-lit room
- Adaptive question bank covers reading, writing, listening and speaking skills
- Includes unscored video interview and writing sample for universities
How Wayfinder prepares you
Align your preparation with the exact band requirement so you only test once and move straight to your visa documentation.
Eligibility confirmation
We verify that your target universities accept DET scores and advise on minimum band equivalents.
Secure test setup
Get guidance on room requirements, equipment checks and ID verification to avoid invalidation.
Adaptive prep plan
Receive timed drills and speaking prompts that mirror the question styles you will face.
Preparation bonuses you receive
- Adaptive practice sets that adjust to your performance in real time
- Speaking prompts for the interview video with sample responses
- Writing bank covering descriptive, opinion and compare/contrast tasks