Carson-Newman College Testing Policy

Test Optional: Yes

Self-Reporting Allowed: Yes

Carson-Newman College is test optional, meaning that applicants are not required to submit standardized test scores as part of their application. Additionally, the college allows self-reporting of scores, which enables students to report their standardized test results on their applications rather than sending official score reports. Currently, 9% of applicants choose to submit SAT scores, and 9% submit ACT scores; the total percentage of submitted scores is 18%, which indicates that some students submit both SAT and ACT scores.