Hello everyone! Rutgers University is on my wish list, and I wanted to know about the SAT requirements there. Any insights or official information would be great!
Sure, happy to provide some information! Rutgers University-New Brunswick has a test-optional policy in place for the 2024-2025 admissions cycle. This means that SAT scores are not required for your application, but you can still choose to submit them if you believe they are representative of your academic ability.
If you do choose to submit your SAT scores, it's helpful to know the average scores of previously admitted students to give you an idea of what the university might be looking for. For the 2023 freshman class, the middle 50% of admitted students scored between 1190 and 1410 on the SAT. Keep in mind this is a range, not a cutoff, and Rutgers considers other aspects of your application such as your GPA, coursework, and extracurricular activities.
In conclusion, while having a good SAT score can strengthen your application, it's not a firm requirement for Rutgers. Dive deeper into your GPA, your high school courses, and your extracurriculars; reflect them powerfully in your application, and you'll be in a strong position for admission.
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