DET 140 compares with IELTS 7.5
This compares official-test score scales. It does not turn a PrepEx practice estimate into an official result or replace a test the university requests.
What 140 means for your next decision
140 is the first DET score associated with IELTS 7.5. DET 135 compares with 7.0, while 145 shares the 7.5 comparison. A high overall score still says less than the complete report about each skill.
140 exceeds the overall benchmarks in this selected university directory. Waterloo nevertheless requires Literacy and Production of 125, and UBC Vancouver has separate individual skill minimums. If a university asks for IELTS, confirm that it accepts DET before using a comparison to plan an application.
University requirements alongside DET 140
These 9 profiles cover specific undergraduate policies. Reaching a listed overall benchmark does not establish admission eligibility: program rules, subscores, test dates, and the rest of your application still matter.
| University | Published DET requirement | Overall comparison with 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Purdue | 115 overall guidance; 110 in each individual subscore | At or above the listed overall benchmark |
| Penn State | 120 overall | At or above the listed overall benchmark |
| Waterloo | 120 overall; Literacy and Production 125 | At or above the listed overall benchmark |
| ASU | 95 for general requirement programs | At or above the listed overall benchmark |
| Arizona | 110 overall | At or above the listed overall benchmark |
| Michigan State | 110 for regular admission | At or above the listed overall benchmark |
| MIT | 120 minimum; 125 recommended | At or above the listed overall benchmark |
| Toronto | 120 overall and 120 Production | At or above the listed overall benchmark |
| UBC Vancouver | 125 overall, plus four skill minimums | At or above the listed overall benchmark |
For ASU, the comparison uses its general-program minimum of 95; some programs require up to 120. MIT’s recommended score is 125. Purdue describes 115 as applicant guidance. Open each profile for its full scope and official source.
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Two DET scores can share an IELTS comparison while meeting different university thresholds. Use the institution’s published requirement for the test you will submit.
Full DET to IELTS overall-score table
| DET overall score | Comparable IELTS overall band |
|---|---|
| 10–55 | 0–4 |
| 60 | 4.0 |
| 65–75 | 4.5 |
| 80–90 | 5.0 |
| 95–100 | 5.5 |
| 105–115 | 6.0 |
| 120–125 | 6.5 |
| 130–135 | 7.0 |
| 140–145 | 7.5 |
| 150–155 | 8.0 |
| 160 | 8.5–9 |
The broad 0–4 and 8.5–9 ranges are preserved as published; they are not single-band predictions. Duolingo’s August 2026 research update confirms that its newer subscore study did not change this overall table.
Explore a score in detail: DET 95 to IELTS · DET 100 to IELTS · DET 105 to IELTS · DET 110 to IELTS · DET 115 to IELTS · DET 120 to IELTS · DET 125 to IELTS · DET 130 to IELTS · DET 135 to IELTS · DET 140 to IELTS.
Choose practice around the requirement you need
Once your official overall and subscores meet the relevant policy, decide whether a retake has a concrete purpose. Use practice to strengthen an academic communication skill or address an unmet subscore rather than treating a higher overall number as an admission guarantee.
How to use this comparison
A concordance compares results across groups of test takers. It does not guarantee the IELTS band you would earn, certify proficiency, or override an institution’s policy. Do not use this overall table to convert a Writing, Speaking, Reading, Listening, or Production subscore.
- Duolingo score comparison
- Duolingo Scoring Guide for Teachers (2026), pages 5–6
- Duolingo’s August 2026 concordance research update
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