
Fort Hays State University is test optional, meaning applicants are not required to submit standardized test scores for consideration. However, the university does not allow self-reporting of scores, which requires official documentation of any submitted tests. Currently, 4% of applicants choose to submit SAT scores, while a significant 88% submit ACT scores. The combined percentage of students submitting scores is 92%, indicating that the majority of students opt for the ACT, and some may submit both types of scores.