Hi everyone! I'm planning to apply to Pennsylvania State University and want to know more about their ACT requirements. Is there a minimum score needed for admission? Do they superscore, or do I have to send in my best one-time test score?
Penn State University does not have a minimum ACT score required for admission. However, to be competitive in the application process, you'll want to aim for an ACT score within or above the middle 50% range of admitted students. According to recent data, this range is between 25 and 32 for the University Park campus. Keep in mind that Penn State has multiple campuses, and the range may vary slightly for other campuses, but this should give you a good idea of the score to aim for.
Penn State does superscore the ACT, which means they will consider the highest individual section scores from multiple testing dates that you submit. They will then calculate a new composite score using your best section scores. You should report all your ACT scores from multiple test dates, as it can only help improve your composite score. Additionally, make sure to review the specific program requirements, as some majors or programs might have additional testing requirements.
Best of luck with your application to Penn State!
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