Hey guys, I'm planning on applying to Stanford and was wondering what kind of ACT score is usually competitive for their applicants? Also, do they consider the writing section, or is it just the overall score that matters?
A competitive ACT score for Stanford would typically fall within the top percentiles. Although Stanford has a test-optional policy for the 2024-2025 application cycle, you might still want to submit your scores if they are strong. To give you an idea, before Stanford went test-optional, the middle 50% range of accepted students' ACT scores was around 33-35. However, these numbers are not hard cutoffs, and other aspects of your application, like your essays, extracurricular activities, and academic achievements, will also play an important role in the overall evaluation.
Regarding the ACT writing section, Stanford does not require the writing portion of the ACT, so it is not a factor in their admissions process. They'll focus more on your overall composite score, along with the other aspects of your application.
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