What is the Validity Period of the Duolingo English Test?

📚 Validity Period of the Duolingo English Test

Understanding the validity period of your Duolingo English Test (DET) score is crucial for ensuring it is accepted by the institutions you are applying to. Here's a breakdown:

• ⏱️ Two-Year Validity: Duolingo English Test scores are generally valid for two years from the date of the test. This means that you should submit your scores within this timeframe to ensure they are considered current.
• 🏫 Institutional Policies: While Duolingo sets a standard validity, individual institutions (universities, employers, etc.) may have their own policies. Always check the specific requirements of the institution you are applying to. Some might prefer scores obtained more recently than the two-year mark.
• 📅 Check the Test Date: Always verify the date your test was taken. You can usually find this information on your official Duolingo English Test score report. Keep this date in mind when submitting your results.
• 🔄 Re-testing: If your score is nearing its expiration, consider re-taking the test. This ensures you have a valid score to submit, increasing your chances of acceptance.
• 📧 Contacting Institutions: When in doubt, reach out directly to the admissions offices or HR departments of the institutions you are applying to. They can provide clarification on their specific requirements regarding test score validity.

Practice Quiz

1. What is the standard validity period for the Duolingo English Test (DET) score from the test date?

   1. One year
   2. Two years
   3. Three years
   4. Five years

2. What should you do if an institution requires a more recent Duolingo English Test score than the standard validity period?

   1. Submit your current score anyway.
   2. Retake the Duolingo English Test.
   3. Submit an older TOEFL score instead.
   4. Contact Duolingo to extend the validity of your score.

3. Where can you find the date your Duolingo English Test was taken?

   1. On your passport
   2. On your application form
   3. On your official Duolingo English Test score report
   4. On the Duolingo website FAQ page

4. What should you do if you are unsure about an institution's specific requirements for the Duolingo English Test score validity?

   1. Assume the standard two-year validity applies.
   2. Contact the institution's admissions office or HR department.
   3. Ask other applicants about their experience.
   4. Search for the information on unofficial forums.

5. If your Duolingo English Test score is about to expire, what is the recommended action?

   1. Appeal to Duolingo for an extension.
   2. Retake the test.
   3. Submit the score regardless.
   4. Submit a different English proficiency test.

6. What is the best way to ensure your Duolingo English Test score is accepted by an institution?

   1. Only submit the score to institutions that explicitly accept the DET.
   2. Check the institution's specific requirements and submit the score within the required validity period.
   3. Pay extra for expedited score delivery.
   4. Ask a professor to vouch for your English skills.

7. Are there cases where the institution can accept a DET score past its validity date?

   1. Yes, it is automatically extended
   2. Possibly, depending on the institution’s policy
   3. No, it is never accepted
   4. It only happens if you pay a fee