Summer 2019 Updates
- Why should I take the new version of the Duolingo English Test?
- I took the Duolingo English Test before July 15, 2019. Can I take the new version for free?
- How does the video interview and writing sample work?
- How can I review my video interview and writing sample before I send my results to an institution?
- If I share my results from the prior test (taken before July 15, 2019), will the institution still accept my score?
- If I am a test taker, will my user dashboard reflect which version of the test I’ve taken and which score I have?
General
About the Duolingo English Test
Preparing for the Duolingo English Test
- How can I make sure my camera and microphone are working properly?
- What types of questions are on the Duolingo English Test?
- How can I prepare for the Duolingo English Test?
- Are there sample questions for the Duolingo English Test?
- What do I need in order to take the Duolingo English Test?
- Which IDs are accepted for the Duolingo English Test?
Duolingo English Test Rules and Requirements
- How do I disable my browser plug-ins / add-ons / extensions?
- May I use more than one email address / Duolingo account to complete a test?
- How can I maintain eye contact with the screen if I have to look down to type?
- What rules do I need to follow while taking the Duolingo English Test?
- Can I take notes during the test?
- Can I use my phone or other mobile device during the test?
Taking the Duolingo English Test
- My test won't upload after I've completed the test. What should I do?
- Why do I need to take a photo of myself and my ID?
- My country or ID type is not listed. What should I do?
- Why do I need to enable my webcam before taking the test?
- Does someone review my test video after I take the test?
- How is the Duolingo English Test scored?
Interpreting your Duolingo English Test Results
Test Validity
- I received an email stating that you were unable to verify my identity. What happened?
- Why was my ID rejected?
- I received an email stating that you were unable to certify my test results. What happened?
- I received an email stating that my account was blocked. What happened?
- My test results were not certified. Can I retake the test?
- How can I appeal my results?
Sending your Results
- Financial Aid for International Students
- What does “supplemental” mean when a school accepts the Duolingo English Test?
- How do I know what scores are accepted by specific institutions?
- How do I send my Duolingo English Test results to institutions?
- How much does it cost to send my Duolingo English Test results to institutions?
- What do institutions see when I send my Duolingo English Test results?
Payments
Privacy
More Information
Institutions
- Summer 2019 Updates to the Duolingo English Test
- Test Update: New scored, long-form speaking and writing
- Test Update: New scale and scoring methodology
- Test Update: More insightful video interview and writing sample
- Test Update: Improved design
- How can I tell what test version an applicant submitted to my institution?