Hello everyone, I'm aiming for Yale and I'd like to know the range of ACT scores that students usually have when they get accepted. How high should I aim? Any advice would be appreciated!
Yale University is highly selective, so it's essential to aim for a competitive ACT score to increase your chances of being accepted. For reference, Yale's ACT score range (25th-75th percentile) for accepted students in Fall 2020 was typically 31-36. To be a strong candidate, you should definitely try to score in at least the 33-35 range. However, aiming even higher within this range or achieving a perfect 36 will further improve your chances.
Don't forget that Yale takes a holistic approach to evaluating applicants, so apart from your ACT score, other factors like your GPA, rigor of coursework, extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation will also be crucial in the admission process. While a strong ACT score is an important aspect of your application, it's also essential to focus on maintaining a balanced and compelling application overall.
Good luck with your application and your preparation for the ACT!
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