Hola peeps! I'm aiming for NYU and I'm trying to figure out my ACT game plan. Do they have a stated minimum ACT score or a range they typically accept? Is it worth retaking if I'm on the border? Would love advice from anyone familiar with NYU admissions!
Hello! NYU maintains a test-optional policy as of the 2024-2025 admissions cycle, which means SAT and ACT scores are not required. Applicants have the choice to submit these scores or not. If you feel your scores accurately represent your abilities and strengthen your application, go ahead and include them. If not, it's perfectly OK to leave them out.
If you decide to submit scores, it can be helpful to know the middle 50% of admitted students score. However, remember this data isn't a strict cutoff or requirement but is meant to provide a sense of the scores typically seen. While NYU doesn't publish specific ACT ranges, you might aim for a score that's competitive with many selective schools which often see ACT composites in the 33-35 range.
Also, whether you should retake the ACT depends on a few factors. First, consider how close your score is to this range. If you're within or above it, another retake may not significantly impact your chances. But, if you're just below or significantly below the range, a retake could potentially strengthen your application. Also think about whether you could realistically improve your scores with more preparation and if the time and energy of retaking the ACT could be better spent on other aspects of your application.
Hope this helps! Good luck with your process.
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