Although the minimum IELTS requirement for Universities in the U.S. is between 6.0-7.0, students with a band score of 5.5 may still be eligible to study in the U.S.  Here is a list of U.S. universities that accept IELTS band 5.5 and above. 1. University of Missouri 2. Ohio University 3. North Dakota State University 4. The University of Texas-Pan American 5. Central Michigan University 6. The University of Louisiana at Monroe 7. Southern New Hampshire University 8. New Mexico State University 9. Kent State University 10. Murray State University 11. Washington State University 12. Oklahoma City University