Average SAT scores for Virginia Commonwealth University?

I'm in my junior year right now and VCU is on my list of potential colleges. What are the average SAT scores for students admitted to Virginia Commonwealth University? Do they have a minimum SAT requirement?

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is a public university with a moderately competitive admissions process. VCU does not have a minimum SAT requirement, but to give you an idea of the SAT scores typically accepted, the middle 50% range of admitted students in recent years has been around 1040-1260. This statistic means that 25% of admitted students scored below 1040, while another 25% scored above 1260, and the remaining 50% fell within this range.

Keep in mind that these are not strict cutoffs, but rather a general range that can help you gauge your chances of admission. Your high school GPA, rigor of the courses you've taken, extracurricular activities, and essays are also key factors that VCU will consider in their holistic admissions process. It's essential to focus on these aspects of your application as well, to comprehensively showcase your abilities and demonstrate your interest in attending the university.

Finally, it's worth noting that VCU is officially test-optional, so you actually are not required to submit an SAT (or ACT) score. However, you're smart to still be thinking about target SAT scores, as there can still be instances where including a standardized test score with your application can be a good idea. 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!