Hey! I've been looking into Rice University and I'm curious about their standardized test requirements. What SAT/ACT scores are typically needed for admission? Has their test policy changed due to COVID-19?
Rice University has adopted a test-optional policy since COVID-19. This means that you can choose whether or not to submit your SAT or ACT scores as part of your application. Admissions committees will not have a preference for students who submit test scores over those who do not; they will evaluate your application holistically and place more emphasis on other factors like your GPA, course rigor, extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation.
If you decide to submit test scores, it's helpful to consider the middle 50% score range for admitted students to get an idea of what scores are competitive. For the SAT, Rice's middle 50% range is between 1500 and 1560. For the ACT, the middle 50% range is between 34 and 36. To be a competitive applicant, you should aim to score within or above these ranges, but also remember that Rice will look at your entire application, not just test scores.
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