Hey fellow students, I'm aiming for UT Austin and was wondering what their ACT requirements are. I've heard it's pretty competitive. Could somebody give me a ballpark range?
Sure, I can help with that. As of the 2024-2025 application cycle, The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) requires all applicants to submit an ACT or SAT score.
UT Austin is indeed quite competitive. While they don't officially publish minimum ACT requirements, we can look at their middle 50% range to get a sense of what score range is competitive. The middle 50% range refers to the range in which 50% of admitted students' scores fall in, basically ignoring the top and bottom 25%.
For UT Austin, the middle 50% ACT scores for admitted students tend to be between 27 and 33. This means that scoring a 27 puts you at the bottom 25% of admitted students, while achieving a 33 places you in the top 25%.
Remember, these numbers represent averages and aren't hard and fast rules. There are certainly students who get in with lower scores. Your standardized test score is just one piece of your application, and something like a strong academic performance or exceptional extracurricular involvement could certainly offset a lower test score. The admissions process is holistic, meaning they consider all aspects of your application.
It's also important to note that doing well on the ACT doesn't guarantee admission. UT Austin will also be reviewing your coursework rigor, grades, essays, extracurriculars, and other factors to make their decision.
Hope this helps, and best of luck with your application!
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