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Colgate University Score Requirements
Colgate University has an average SAT score of 1477, with a 25th percentile of 1450 and a 75th percentile of 1530. The average ACT score is 32, within a range of 33 at the 25th percentile to 34 at the 75th percentile. For standardized testing, 23% of students submitted SAT scores, while 14% submitted ACT scores. The average unweighted GPA is 3.85, with a 25th percentile of 3.8 and a 75th percentile of 4.0. The average IELTS score is 7.0, and the average TOEFL score is 100, both with respective minimum requirements at those scores. Additionally, Colgate allows superscoring and is test-optional with self-reporting permitted.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
Colgate University's unweighted average GPA is 3.85, with a 25th percentile of 3.8 and a 75th percentile of 4.0. The University does not disclose information regarding the weighted GPA average or percentiles. This indicates a generally strong academic performance among admitted students.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
1450-1530
Average: 1477
Submitting SAT: 23%
Math: 720-780
Reading: 710-760
Colgate University has an average SAT score of 1477, with a 25th percentile of 1450 and a 75th percentile of 1530. The math component shows a 25th percentile score of 720 and a 75th percentile score of 780. For the evidence-based reading and writing (ERW) component, the 25th percentile is 710 and the 75th percentile is 760. Additionally, 23% of students submitted SAT scores as part of their application.
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33-34
Average: 32
Submitting ACT: 14%
Math: 30-34
English: 34-35
Reading: -
Science: -
Colgate University has an average ACT score of 32, with the 25th percentile at 33 and the 75th percentile at 34. For the math component, the 25th percentile score is 30 and the 75th percentile is 34. The English scores range from a 25th percentile of 34 to a 75th percentile of 35. Only 14% of students submit ACT scores as part of their application.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
100-100
Average: 100
Minimum: 100
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
Colgate University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 100 for undergraduate admissions, with an average score also reported at 100. The 25th and 75th percentiles for TOEFL scores are both at 100, indicating that the majority of admitted students meet this benchmark. Detailed component scores for listening, reading, speaking, and writing have not been disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
Colgate University allows superscoring for undergraduate admissions, meaning they consider the highest scores across multiple test dates for each section. This policy can benefit applicants as it maximizes their potential to present the strongest scores.
More DetailsTest Optional
Self-Reporting Allowed
Colgate University is test optional, allowing applicants to choose whether to submit standardized test scores. It also permits self-reporting of scores, meaning students can provide their test results without the need for official documentation. Currently, 23% of applicants submit SAT scores, while 14% submit ACT scores; the combined percentage of 37% indicates that some students may be submitting both types of scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
41-43
Average: 42
Colgate University reports an average IB score of 42, with the 25th percentile at 41 and the 75th percentile at 43. Recommended higher level subjects include English A (Lang & Lit), History, and Math AA, while standard level subjects include Psychology, Biology, and Economics.
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