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Buena Vista University Score Requirements
Buena Vista University has an average SAT score of 1040, with a 25th percentile of 970 and a 75th percentile of 1065. For the ACT, the average score is 22, with a 25th percentile of 18 and a 75th percentile of 25. The average unweighted GPA is 3.49, while the 25th percentile GPA is 2.8 and the 75th percentile is 3.3. International students should note that the average TOEFL score is 71, the minimum required is also 71, the average IELTS score is 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0, and the average Duolingo score is 85 with a minimum of 85.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
Buena Vista University's unweighted GPA data shows an average of 3.49, with the 25th percentile at 2.8 and the 75th percentile at 3.3. The University does not disclose weighted GPA statistics. This indicates that the majority of admitted students have solid academic performance, particularly in unweighted metrics.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
970-1065
Average: 1040
Submitting SAT: 1%
Math: 450-560
Reading: 480-570
Buena Vista University has an average SAT score of 1040, with a score range from the 25th percentile at 970 to the 75th percentile at 1065. The 25th percentile for SAT Math is 450, while the 75th percentile is 560. In Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW), the 25th percentile is 480, and the 75th percentile is 570. Additionally, only 1% of students submitted SAT scores.
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18-25
Average: 22
Submitting ACT: 38%
Math: 17-25
English: 16-24
Reading: -
Science: -
Buena Vista University reports an average ACT score of 22, with a 25th percentile score of 18 and a 75th percentile score of 25. In terms of individual components, the 25th percentile for math is 17, while the 75th percentile is 25. For English, the 25th percentile is 16 and the 75th percentile is 24. Additionally, 38% of students submit ACT scores as part of their application.
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Average: 71
Minimum: 71
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
Buena Vista University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 71 for undergraduate admissions, which is also the average score. There is no available data for the 25th and 75th percentiles or component scores in listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
More DetailsSuperscoring Not Allowed
Buena Vista University does not allow superscoring for undergraduate admissions. Superscoring means that a University considers the highest section scores across multiple test dates to create a new, higher composite score. As Buena Vista does not permit this practice, applicants will need to submit their best single test scores for evaluation.
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Self-Reporting Allowed
Buena Vista University is a test-optional institution, allowing applicants the choice of whether to submit standardized test scores. Additionally, the university permits self-reporting of scores, which enables students to provide their test results without an official report. Among applicants, 1% choose to submit SAT scores, while 38% submit ACT scores. This means that a total of 39% of applicants submit standardized test scores, indicating that some students may be submitting both SAT and ACT scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
27-30
Average: 29
Buena Vista University has an average International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 29. The 25th percentile score is 27, while the 75th percentile score is 30. For recommended subjects, students are encouraged to take Higher Level courses in Biology, Business and Management, Psychology, and Chemistry, along with Standard Level courses in Math AA, English B, History, and Geography.
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