Hey guys, I aim to apply to Stanford and I’m trying to get a sense of the SAT scores for accepted students. Does anyone know what an average SAT score for students admitted to Stanford might be?
Sure! As of the 2024-2025 application cycle, Stanford University is a test-optional school, meaning you're not required to submit your SAT scores with your application. However, if you're considering submitting scores, the most recently reported middle 50% SAT scores for admitted students range from approximately 1500 to 1580.
Remember, this is just the middle 50% of admitted students, meaning 25% of admitted students scored below this range, and 25% scored above. This shows that many students are admitted with scores that fall outside of this range.
Please bear in mind how Stanford uses a holistic process when reviewing applications, such that test scores are only one piece of the puzzle. Other factors like your GPA, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, and essays also carry significant weight in the admissions decision.
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