Hey everyone, I'm interested in applying to the University of Oklahoma (OU) and I'm a little stressed about what their ACT requirements might be. Does anyone know their average or minimum ACT scores? Any insight would be super helpful. Thanks!
Hey! It's normal to be concerned about ACT requirements when applying to colleges. For the University of Oklahoma (OU), there isn't a strict minimum ACT score requirement for admission. However, having a good understanding of the average ACT scores of admitted students can provide valuable context.
The average accepted student at OU has an ACT score of around 26. Aiming for this target, or even slightly above it, will increase your chances of acceptance.
It's important to remember, though, that OU reviews applications holistically, by considering all parts of a student's profile. While test scores are an important aspect of your application, factors such as your high school GPA, extracurriculars, and essays will also be taken into consideration during the review process.
Additionally, while a strong standardized test score certainly never hurts to have during college admissions, it's worth noting OU is officially test-optional, so technically you do not have to submit your ACT score. However, there are many instances in which submitting a test score, even if not required, makes sense. For 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, and I hope this information helps ease some of your stress!
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