What's up, friends? I'm gunning for UTK for fall 2024, and I'm kinda stressed out about my ACT scores. I can't seem to find a clear-cut answer about their requirements. Can anybody shed some light on/has anybody heard anything about what the average admitted student's ACT score is at UTK?
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) has a holistic admissions process, which means they take into account a variety of factors while reviewing applications — ACT scores certainly play an essential role, but they will not be your sole ticket in.
Regarding the averages, for the 2023 entering class, the middle 50% of admitted students had an ACT composite score between 25 and 31. What does this mean? Just remember that 50% of admitted students scored within that range, 25% scored below a 25, and another 25% scored above a 31. It's a good indication of the competitiveness of the applicant pool.
Even if your score is a little below the range, you could still have a good chance of getting in with a solid GPA and excellent extracurricular involvement. However, if you're aiming for a merit-based scholarship, higher scores would definitely be beneficial. Good luck with your application!
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