Hey there, Rutgers is pretty high up on my list and I'm trying to figure out what SAT scores I should be aiming for. Can anyone impart some wisdom here?
Absolutely, I'm happy to help with that!
It's good to remember that Rutgers, similar to most universities, assesses applications holistically. This means even though test scores are an important component, they're not everything.
Now coming to SAT scores for Rutgers, it's ideal to consider the middle 50% ranges. Rutgers' New Brunswick campus, for example, generally has an SAT range of 1270-1480 for the middle 50% of admitted students. That means 25% of admitted students score below that range, and 25% score above it.
It's always good to aim for a score within the upper half of that range, so for Rutgers, aiming for 1380-1480 would make your application more competitive. Score a 1480 or above and you'll be among the top applicants percentile-wise.
However, if you don't meet this score range, don't be disheartened. Remember that colleges take into account other factors such as GPA, extracurricular activities and your personal essay. Good luck with your preparations!
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