PTE score for Concordia University
Concordia University asks for a PTE Academic score of 50 overall for bachelor's degrees and 57 to 61 overall (no skill below 53) for master's degrees (depending on the course). These figures were checked against the university's official pages on 13 October 2026; requirements vary by course and intake, so confirm yours on the programme page before you apply.
- Checked 13 Oct 2026
- 6 sourced requirements
- Montreal, Canada
Concordia PTE Academic requirements by level
Scores are on the PTE 10 to 90 scale. "Each skill at least" means Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing must each reach that figure, as well as the overall score. Where a row shows a figure for each skill, those are the minimums for that skill. Scroll sideways on a small screen.
| Level or programme | Overall | Each skill at least | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor'sUndergraduate programmes in general; the page says some listed programmes require higher scores (see each programme page)The 46 minimum applies only to speaking and writing (no stated floor for listening or reading). Depending on score, a placement test after admission may lead to required ESL courses. | 50 | - | concordia.caread 13 Oct 2026 |
| Master'sGraduate programmes in the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer ScienceScores of 50-56 with no part under 53 may be admitted with required English courses ENCS 6721 (52-56) or ENCS 5721 and 6721 (50-51); overall below 50: no admission. | 57 | 53 | concordia.caread 13 Oct 2026 |
| Master'sGraduate programmes in the Faculty of Arts and Science (some programmes set higher IELTS/TOEFL levels; PTE programme exceptions not seen on the page)Graduate table is headed 'Admission condition'; this is the band for admission with no English language courses required. Scores between 52 and 60, or any part under 53, may be admitted with additional English courses decided by a Concordia placement test (some programs only); below 52 no admission. | 61 | 53 | concordia.caread 13 Oct 2026 |
| Master'sGraduate programmes in the Faculty of Fine ArtsGraduate table is headed 'Admission condition'; this is the band for admission with no English language courses required. Scores between 52 and 60, or any part under 53, may be admitted with additional English courses decided by a Concordia placement test (some programs only); below 52 no admission. | 61 | 53 | concordia.caread 13 Oct 2026 |
| Master'sProgrammes administered through the School of Graduate StudiesGraduate table is headed 'Admission condition'; this is the band for admission with no English language courses required. Scores between 52 and 60, or any part under 53, may be admitted with additional English courses decided by a Concordia placement test (some programs only); below 52 no admission. | 61 | 53 | concordia.caread 13 Oct 2026 |
| Master'sGraduate programmes in the John Molson School of BusinessGraduate table is headed 'Admission condition'; this is the band for admission with no English language courses required. Scores between 52 and 60, or any part under 53, may be admitted with additional English courses decided by a Concordia placement test (some programs only); below 52 no admission. | 61 | 53 | concordia.caread 13 Oct 2026 |
Where each figure comes from
Open a row to read the exact line from the official page. Only rows we could match to an official page are shown; they were re-read independently on 13 October 2026.
Evidence: Bachelor's (50 overall)
“50 with a minimum of 46 in speaking and writing”
From concordia.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Evidence: Master's (57 overall, no skill below 53)
“57 or higher and no part under 53”
From concordia.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Evidence: Master's (61 overall, no skill below 53)
“61 or higher and no part under 53”
From concordia.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Evidence: Master's (61 overall, no skill below 53)
“61 or higher and no part under 53”
From concordia.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Evidence: Master's (61 overall, no skill below 53)
“61 or higher and no part under 53”
From concordia.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Evidence: Master's (61 overall, no skill below 53)
“61 or higher and no part under 53”
From concordia.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Does your score qualify?
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Waivers and English pathways
Ways Concordia says you may not need to submit a PTE score, or may reach the requirement another way.
Undergraduate: no test is required if the applicant completed at least three full years of secondary or post-secondary study in an accredited institution where the sole language of instruction is English. India is not named in the page's country list.
Official wording
“Completion of a minimum of three full years of study in a secondary or post-secondary institution where the sole language of instruction is English.”
From concordia.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026.
Graduate: exempt from the test with three full years of undergraduate or graduate study at an accredited university in a listed country where English is the primary language of instruction, or four years of secondary study in a listed country where English is the main language of instruction.
Official wording
“Completion of a minimum of three full years of study at the undergraduate or graduate level at an accredited university”
From concordia.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026.
Graduate: the university reserves the right to require a proficiency test in all cases.
Official wording
“In all cases, the University reserves the right to require a proficiency test if it is deemed necessary.”
From concordia.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026.
Undergraduate: results must be under two years old at application; a post-admission placement test may require ESL courses, usually in the first year.
Official wording
“Results must be less than two years old at the time of your application”
From concordia.ca, read on 13 Oct 2026.
Good to know before you apply
- Undergraduate PTE Academic: 50 overall with at least 46 in speaking and writing; results must be under two years old at application.
- Graduate PTE Academic: 61 with no part under 53 for most faculties; Engineering and Computer Science 57 with no part under 53.
What to practise for Concordia
Every skill carries the same highest minimum on this page: 53, set by the Master's row. No single skill stands out, so start with your lowest skill score on your latest score report.
Which PTE test, and how long a score lasts
| PTE Academic | Accepted |
|---|---|
| PTE Academic UKVI | Not stated on the pages we checked |
| PTE Core | Not stated on the pages we checked |
| Score validity noted | 2 years |
PTE Academic is listed on both the undergraduate and graduate pages. PTE Core is not mentioned; PTE Academic Online and score-sending method not stated on the pages read. Graduate PTE table lists no per-programme PTE exceptions for the faculties captured (programme-specific higher figures were seen for IELTS, TOEFL and DET); PhD not separately stated for PTE. Undergraduate programmes needing higher scores are named but their figures are on programme pages not fetched.
Pearson's own rules on validity are in our PTE score validity guide. Compare tests in PTE Academic vs Core vs UKVI.
Confirm on the programme page before you book or apply
English requirements can differ by course, faculty and intake, and universities change them. These figures are what Concordia's pages said when we checked on 13 October 2026. A requirement that is not on this page may still exist for your course. The official pages we used:
- Undergraduate English language proficiency (concordia.ca)
- Graduate English language proficiency (concordia.ca)
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Other universities in Canada
- McMaster UniversityFrom 40 overall (Diploma) · checked 13 Oct 2026
- The University of British ColumbiaFrom 60 overall (Bachelor's) · checked 13 Oct 2026
- Fanshawe CollegeFrom 53 overall (Diploma) · checked 13 Oct 2026
- Douglas CollegeFrom 56 overall (Bachelor's) · checked 13 Oct 2026
- Conestoga CollegeFrom 53 overall (Diploma) · checked 13 Oct 2026
Visa and route guides for Canada
The university score and the visa score are separate requirements. These guides cover the visa side.