Hey all, I'm a junior stressing about the college admissions process, and I heard that some schools are going test-optional. I'm interested in applying to Carnegie Mellon University. Does anyone know if they're a test-optional school?
Yes, Carnegie Mellon University is currently test-optional, which means that applicants have the choice to submit SAT or ACT scores, but they are not required. If you feel that your test scores do not accurately represent your abilities or if you had trouble accessing a testing opportunity, you can apply without submitting those scores, and your application will still be given a full review.
However, keep in mind that Carnegie Mellon is a very selective school, and at such institutions you generally want to demonstrate your strengths in as many ways as possible, including through high test scores. For more detailed guidance on how to navigate test-optional policies, check out this blog post from CollegeVine: https://blog.collegevine.com/does-test-optional-mean-test-optional/.
Good luck with your application to Carnegie Mellon!
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