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PTE score for Western University
Western University accepts PTE Academic for undergraduate admissions. The standard requirement is 58 overall with no skill below 56. PTE Academic is not accepted for graduate programs.
Last verified 2026-10-14. Source: English Language Proficiency: Western University
PTE Academic score requirements
Undergraduate
58
overall minimum
No score less than 56 in any component. Western may use discretion for applicants who do not fully meet minimums but show other evidence of English proficiency.
Postgraduate
Not accepted
PTE Academic is not accepted for graduate admission at Western University. Use TOEFL iBT or IELTS Academic.
PTE Academic is NOT accepted for graduate admission at Western University. Graduate applicants should use TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo, or CAEL.
Visa note: 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).
Requirements are set by Western University and can change. Always verify at the English Language Proficiency: Western University before applying.
PTE requirements by program and faculty
Western University sets different PTE score thresholds depending on your program. The table below lists the most common bands; always confirm the exact requirement for your intended course.
| Band / Level | Overall | Each skill | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard undergraduate | 58 | 56+ | Most Bachelor programs across all faculties |
To find the exact PTE requirement for your specific degree, use the Western University Admissions and select your intended program.
What if your score is below the requirement?
A PTE score that is 2 to 5 points below the requirement is almost always a single-skill problem. One weak skill, commonly Writing or Speaking, pulls the overall score below the threshold while the other three are already sufficient.
The fastest path to closing that gap is identifying which skill is the bottleneck, then drilling it specifically. A free 10-minute diagnostic on this site identifies your weakest skill from your response patterns: no guessing, no wasted prep time.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, for undergraduate admissions. Western University in London, Canada accepts PTE Academic as proof of English proficiency for undergraduate programs. The minimum requirement is 58 overall with no skill below 56. However, PTE Academic is not accepted for graduate (masters/PhD) admissions. Graduate applicants should use TOEFL iBT or IELTS Academic.
For undergraduate entry at Western University, you need a PTE Academic overall score of 58 with no skill below 56. No score less than 56 in any component. Western may use discretion for applicants who do not fully meet minimums but show other evidence of English proficiency. PTE Academic is not accepted for graduate programs at Western University. Always confirm with Western University directly, as individual faculties can set higher requirements.
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 you are below Western University's requirement of 58 overall with no skill below 56, either resit PTE Academic after work on your weakest skill, since one low skill can pull your overall down (and fail any per-skill minimum), or ask Western University whether it offers an English pathway program. Check your exact course on Western University's English language requirements page.
Neither is easier in general: Western University accepts both PTE Academic and IELTS (PTE for undergraduate programs only), and what matters is clearing its number for your course, 58 overall with no skill below 56 for undergraduate entry. PTE Academic is computer-delivered and scored by AI, and since August 2025 a human expert also reviews the content of seven task types; IELTS Speaking is a face-to-face interview. If a recorded format suits you better than an interview, PTE may be the easier fit. A free PTE mock shows where you stand against Western University's bar.
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