PTE score for University of Calgary

Yes. University of Calgary in Calgary, Canada accepts PTE Academic as proof of English proficiency for both undergraduate and postgraduate admissions. The minimum requirement for most undergraduate programs is 60 overall with no skill below 60, and for postgraduate programs 59 overall with no skill below 59.

For undergraduate entry at University of Calgary, you generally need a PTE Academic overall score of 60 with no skill below 60. For postgraduate (masters or graduate coursework) entry, the standard requirement is 59 overall with no skill below 59. Faculty of Graduate Studies minimum. Many programs require higher (e.g. Social Work, English MA, Geoscience require 68). Always check your specific program page. Always confirm with University of Calgary directly, as individual faculties and programs can set higher requirements.

Most masters and graduate coursework programs at University of Calgary require a PTE Academic overall score of 59 with per-skill minimums of Listening 59, Reading 59, Writing 59 and Speaking 59. Faculty of Graduate Studies minimum. Many programs require higher (e.g. Social Work, English MA, Geoscience require 68). Always check your specific program page.

Canadian study permits accept PTE Academic as proof of English proficiency for admission. For Express Entry and other IRCC immigration programs, Canada requires PTE Core (not PTE Academic).

If your current PTE score is below the University of Calgary requirement, there are two realistic paths. First, resit PTE Academic after targeted preparation focusing on your weakest skill (one low skill can pull your overall score significantly below the threshold). Second, check whether University of Calgary offers a conditional admission pathway through an English language pathway program, which allows entry at a lower score followed by an on-campus English course before your degree starts. The free diagnostic on this site identifies exactly which skill is holding your score back.

University of Calgary accepts both PTE Academic and IELTS. The tests measure the same skills but in different formats. PTE Academic is fully computer-delivered and AI-scored, which removes examiner variability from Speaking and Writing. Many candidates who find the IELTS Speaking interview stressful prefer PTE's recorded format. The best test for you depends on your strengths. Try a free PTE mock to see where you stand.