Hey guys, I'm a rising senior looking to apply to George Washington University (GWU). Does anyone know if they still require SAT scores? What kind of scores are they typically looking for? Thanks in advance.
George Washington University (GWU) does consider SAT scores as part of their admissions process, but they have a test-optional policy. So, you don't have to submit SAT scores if you feel they don't accurately represent your academic abilities.
If you'd like to learn more about test-optional policies and how to navigate them, I'd check out this blog post from CollegeVine: https://blog.collegevine.com/does-test-optional-mean-test-optional/
If you decide to submit your scores, the middle 50% SAT score range for admitted students at GWU is typically around 1360 - 1480. That statistic means 25% of admitted students scored below 1360 and another 25% scored above 1480. While being within or above this range would be beneficial, remember that these are just benchmarks and not strict cut-offs.
GWU also considers your high school GPA, course rigor, extracurricular involvement, and essays when reviewing your application. Your SAT score is one aspect of your application, but it won't guarantee acceptance or rejection on its own.
If you want to know how your application as a whole stacks up at GWU, I'd check out CollegeVine's free chancing engine, which accounts for all quantifiable elements of your application, including not just test scores but also GPA, course rigor, and extracurriculars to give you personalized odds of acceptance at GWU and hundreds of other colleges: https://www.collegevine.com/admissions-calculator
This tool will also give you suggestions on how to improve your chances, whether by raising your SAT score slightly or some other step, like earning a leadership position in one of your extracurriculars.
Or, if you want tips on how to strengthen the more intangible aspects of your application, I'd check out this blog post from CollegeVine, which breaks down how to tackle GWU's school-specific supplemental essays: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-george-washington-university-essays/. The essays are a great opportunity to showcase what you have to offer beyond the numbers.
Good luck with your application!
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