I'm considering applying to Florida Atlantic University and I'm curious about their SAT requirements. Does anyone know what kind of scores they're looking for to have a good shot at admission?
Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is somewhat selective, but many students with a variety of test scores are accepted each year. For the SAT, I can provide you with some context using their most recent admissions statistics.
Typically, the middle 50% of admitted students to FAU score between 1090 and 1280 on the SAT. This means that 25% of admitted students score below 1090, and another 25% of admitted students score above 1280.
However, remember that the SAT is just one piece of your application. FAU also considers other factors like your high school GPA, the rigor of your high school courses, your extracurricular activities, and your essays. So, even if your SAT score isn't in the middle 50% range, you may still be a competitive applicant if the rest of your application is strong.
You'll want to take a look at FAU's admissions page for more information about admitted students: https://www.fau.edu/admissions/. This page also features virtual tours and admissions requirements, so it's a great resource even if you're confident in your SAT score.
Keep up with the good work in your remaining high school years, keep FAU's averages in mind as you prepare for your SAT, and create a well-rounded application to help improve your chances of acceptance. Good luck with your college journey!
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