Can students from Zambia use the Duolingo English Test for China?

DET acceptance depends on the China university, not your nationality. This page pairs China's requirements with practical notes for applicants from Zambia.

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🇨🇳 Duolingo English Test for China — from Zambia

From Zambia — the essentials

Costs in: Zambian Kwacha (ZMW)
Credentials: Higher Education Authority (HEA) of Zambia; Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)
Funding to search: Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, Chevening, Commonwealth Scholarships, DAAD
Where students go: South Africa, United Kingdom, China, United States, Australia
Apply from: Lusaka, Ndola, Kitwe

Higher education is English-medium; Duolingo English Test often waived where prior study was in English — confirm per university. At about $70 the DET is taken online from Zambia — no test-centre travel, and far cheaper than IELTS.

We have not yet verified China-specific DET figures, so this corridor is honest general guidance and is not yet indexed. Confirm the requirement on the official page.

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AlmiDET is independent and not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Duolingo. All practice material is original and never copied from the Duolingo English Test. Acceptance figures and score bands change — always confirm the current requirement on the official university or government page before you rely on it.