Is there anyone who can shed some light on what SAT scores Brown University typically expects? I've been targeting Ivies as a reach, but I want to make sure my SAT is up to par.
To gain admission to a highly selective school such as Brown University, a competitive SAT score is important.
For the class of 2027, the middle 50% SAT range for admitted students was between 1510 and 1570. Essentially, this means that 25% of admitted students scored below 1510 and 25% scored above 1570, while 50% of students fell within that range.
One way to estimate your chances would be to look at the academic profile of admitted students and see if you fall in-range. Generally, scoring within or above this range can improve your chances.
Also, take into account that while maintaining a competitive SAT score is key, it's only one component of your application. Admissions committees at Brown evaluate everything from your coursework rigor and grades to extracurricular involvement, essays and letters of reference.
Remember too that Brown University is no longer test-optional for the 2024-2025 application cycle, so you will need to submit an SAT or ACT score.
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