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UVic English Language Requirements — IELTS, TOEFL & PTE
University of Victoria English language requirements for undergraduate and graduate admission. IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, and PTE Academic score targets with a free checker.
Admission score requirements
Undergraduate
IELTS Academic
6.5 overall
Min. 6 each band
TOEFL iBT
90 total
Min. 20 per section
PTE Academic
60 overall
Min. 60 per skill
Graduate
IELTS Academic
6.5 overall
Min. 6 each band
TOEFL iBT
90 total
Min. 22 per section
PTE Academic
60 overall
Min. 60 per skill
Graduate programs may require higher scores; check faculty requirements.
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UVic undergraduate — IELTS Academic
Scores appear below the requirement
Estimated overall: 0 (target 6.5). Improve: listening, reading, writing, speaking (min 6 each).
Practice IELTS AcademicPlanning reference only
Requirements change by program, faculty, and intake. Always confirm current rules with official immigration or admissions sources before applying.
Data version: university-admissions-2026-06-30
Last verified: 2026-06-30