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Content Writer at Study Abroad Exams | Updated On - Feb 8, 2023

DET Scores are graded on a scale from 10 - 160. DET results depend on the adaptive test. Candidates receive their Duolingo English test scores within a time period of 24 to 48 hours or within 2 days of taking the test. The DET score report provides information about the candidate, their overall performance, and subscores. Test-takers can deliver the DET Scores to their selected universities or colleges online. DET Score is calculated based on a combination of factors, including the number of lessons completed, the number of words learned, the accuracy of answers on practice exercises, and other activities within the app. The higher the DET Scores, the more advanced the learner is considered to be in that language. The DET Scores serves as an indicator of progress and motivation for users to continue learning and practicing their language skills.

Table of Contents

Duolingo Test Score Range
DET Score Report
2.1 DET Score Scale
Checking Duolingo English Test Scores
Duolingo English Test Certificate
4.1 Sending Scores to Universities
DET to IELTS
Duolingo Test Score Interpretation
Score Validity
Retaking Duolingo English Test

DET Score Range

The overall Duolingo English test scores are reported on a scale of 10 to 160, with scores ranging in multiples of 5. Duolingo English Test results have a detailed and unique scoring system that analyses the candidate’s proficiency in an assortment of different components. The Duolingo English Test scores are aligned with the international standard of language proficiency that is the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). The Duolingo English Test score ranges give a general description of a candidate’s scope of understanding of the language.

What is a Good DET Score?

An overall Duolingo English Test score of 120+ and subscores above the score of 100 are generally considered a good Duolingo English Test score. Most of the top universities accept this Duolingo English Test score range.

The DET score range is categorized into four sections that illustrate the proficiency level of a candidate. The score sections are as follows-

Proficiency	DET Score	Analysis
Basic	10-55	basic understanding of the English words and phrases. Demonstrates an ability to express oneself in a familiar context.
Intermediate	60-85	This score is classified as an intermediate English speaker. Students within this range can accomplish routine matters of work and school.
Upper-Intermediate	90-115	The applicant is an upper-intermediate student who can converse on unfamiliar topics, and can understand ideas behind both concrete as well as abstract writing.
Advanced	125-160	an advanced student with a great command over written and spoken language.

DET Score Report

Duolingo English test score report is the certificate that the candidates receive within 48 hours of their test. This report consists of the overall Duolingo English test scores. The Duolingo English Test results are distributed in the form of subscores to assess every skill of the candidate.

DET Overall Score: The Duolingo English Test total score is calculated in a range of 10 to 160. The overall Duolingo English Test score also consists of a general description of the test-taker. It should be noted that the overall Duolingo English test scores are not the average of the subscores. The main aim of the overall score is to show the major skills and strengths of the candidate.
DET Subscores: The function of the subscore is to provide the candidate’s performance based on specific skills as present in the Duolingo English test pattern. It assesses how a candidate understands and analyzes the English language in particular situations. Duolingo English Test subscores are divided into four sections. Each of the Duolingo English Test subscores is measured in a range of 10 to 160.

DET Score Scale

To understand the Duolingo English Test score range in a more explanatory way, below is a table that states the ranges of both Duolingo English Test overall and subscores:

Overall	10 to 160+ General Description	Analysis
Conversation	10 to 160	In this segment, the applicant is tested on their ability to speak and listen through a 10-minute video interview
Literacy	10 to 160	Here the applicant is tested on their ability to read and write
Comprehension	10 to 160	This section determines an applicant’s reading and listening skills
Production	10 to 160	This section tests the applicant’s ability to write and speak

How to Check DET Scores?

Duolingo English test scores can be accessed through the certificate that is released on the Duolingo English Test website. Candidates can view their Duolingo English test scores within 48 hours of completing the exam. Candidates can opt for the Duolingo English Test score report download by following the below steps:

Firstly, access the Duolingo English Test website
Secondly, proceed with the Duolingo English Test login and give the details that candidates provided during the Duolingo registration, then view their score report
Click on the ‘Print’ option while viewing the report
Lastly, download the result in the PDF format

DET Score Certificate

Duolingo English test certificates can be either viewed, or downloaded, or printed by the candidate according to their requirements. The Duolingo English Test certificate is released for every single test-taker. In the Duolingo English Test score certificate, candidates will find a unique URL that helps candidates understand the authenticity of the test. Furthermore, candidates will find the following details in the Duolingo English Test certificate:

Candidate’s name
Date when the candidate took the Duolingo English Test
Overall Duolingo English Test score
Subscores
Description of every subscore

The Duolingo English Test score report includes the following details:

The DET score chart shows how candidates have performed within particular sections of the test, those being-

Literacy (reading and writing)
Comprehension (reading and listening)
Conversation (listening and speaking)
Production (writing and speaking)

The higher the DET scores, the better the performance.

Methods to Deliver DET Scores to Universities

Duolingo English test scores can be delivered to as many academic institutions as possible. There is no limit to the number of score reports that can be sent. The process to deliver the Duolingo English test score report to the universities or colleges is as follows:

In the first step, Duolingo English Test log in to the candidate’s account using the registered email ID that they used to take the test.
The second step requires the candidate to scroll down and then select the ‘Send Result’ option.
In the third step, the candidate needs to select all the universities or colleges they want to apply to. Then select the choices utilizing the checkbox options.
Test-takers can select up to 40 universities or colleges at a single time.
Some academic institutions may ask for the application ID.
After providing the details of the other fields, click on the send button.

What Information Does The DET Score Report Show To Institutions?

When candidates exam results are available, he/she can transmit them straight to the institutions of their choice. They can see their grades, sub-grades, and ungraded writing and video examples in the same way. Below is a description of the same in more depth.

DET Score: Just as They may examine DET score on the certificate, the institution can also view ones overall score and subscore.
Speaking and Writing Samples: The institutions may also see the writing and speaking samples candidate submitted during the final ten minutes of the exam. It is advantageous to get a perfect score since it shows how well candidate understand the language.

DET to IELTS

The Duolingo English Test is different from the conventional recognized English language tests like IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE. For instance, the 115 Duolingo English Test score to IELTS is 7, which is a good score. Here is the Duolingo English Test score to IELTS comparison given below:

DET Score	IELTS Score
10	1.5
15	2
20-25	2.5
30-40	3
45-50	3.5
55-60	4
65-70	4.5
75-80	5
85-90	5.5
95-100	6
105-110	6.5
115-120	7
125-130	7.5
135-140	8
145-150	8.5
155-160	9

DET Score Interpretation

Duolingo English Test scores are lined up with the CEFR. The Common European Framework of Reference is the international standard of language proficiency. Here is the comparison with CEFR along with Duolingo English Test score for better understanding:

CEFR	Score Scale	Interpretation
A1	10-55	candidate has a very basic understanding of English words and phrases
A2	10-55
B1	60-85	able to understand the important parts of concrete writing or speech on regular subjects such as school, work, etc. They can describe experiences, plans, opinions, and ambitions with a little bit of hesitation and awkwardness.
B2	90-115	able to complete almost any type of communication goal be it on a known or unknown topic.
C1	120-160	Candidates holding these ranks are capable of understanding various types of critical spoken and written languages that even include some niche English language use situations.
C2	120-160

DET Score Validity

Duolingo English Test score certificates can be sent to an endless number of academic institutions. The validity of the Duolingo English Test score report is stated as below:

DET certificates: Candidates will receive the Duolingo English Test score reports by using the Duolingo English Test website from their computers only. This is done in order to secure the validity of the test result.
DET Score Validity: The Duolingo English test scores are valid for two years.

Retaking DET

It is possible to retake the Duolingo English test. Though it should be noted that there are a few regulations that candidates need to follow before opting for Duolingo English Test retake. The following are the regulations listed:

If the test-taker has received the Duolingo English test certificate, they can retake the exam within the 30 days period.
Candidates who have not delivered their Duolingo English test score report within 48 hours or 2 days. They need not worry as their second attempt will not be counted in the ‘two tests within 30-day cap’.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.