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Gustavus Adolphus College Score Requirements
Gustavus Adolphus College has an average SAT score of 1260, with a 25th percentile of 1160 and a 75th percentile of 1370. The average ACT score is 28, ranging from a 25th percentile of 25 to a 75th percentile of 31. For GPA, the unweighted average is 3.65, with a 25th percentile of 3.24 and a 75th percentile of 3.84. The average IELTS score is 6.5, while the average TOEFL score stands at 80, and the average Duolingo score is 105. The college allows superscoring and states that standardized testing is optional, with self-reporting permitted.
GPA Requirements
Average Weighted GPA
Average Unweighted GPA
Gustavus Adolphus College reports an average weighted GPA of 3.65 for undergraduate admissions. The unweighted GPA is also 3.65, with a 25th percentile of 3.24 and a 75th percentile of 3.84. The college does not disclose the 25th and 75th percentiles for the weighted GPA.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
1160-1370
Average: 1260
Math: 560-710
Reading: 600-660
Gustavus Adolphus College reports an average SAT score of 1260. The 25th percentile score is 1160, while the 75th percentile score is 1370. In the individual components, the 25th percentile for Math is 560 and the 75th percentile is 710; for Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW), the scores are 600 at the 25th percentile and 660 at the 75th percentile. The college does not disclose the percentage of students who submitted their SAT scores.
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25-31
Average: 28
Submitting ACT: 39%
Math: 24-29
English: 23-32
Reading: 26-34
Science: 24-30
Gustavus Adolphus College's average ACT score is 28, with a 25th percentile score of 25 and a 75th percentile of 31. The specific component scores are as follows: Math ranges from 24 (25th percentile) to 29 (75th percentile), English from 23 to 32, Reading from 26 to 34, and Science from 24 to 30. Additionally, 39% of students submit ACT scores as part of their application.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
80-80
Average: 80
Minimum: 80
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
Gustavus Adolphus College requires a minimum TOEFL score of 80 for undergraduate admissions. The average TOEFL score is also 80, with both the 25th and 75th percentiles at 80. The college does not disclose individual component score percentiles for listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
Gustavus Adolphus College allows superscoring for its undergraduate admissions. Superscoring means that the college considers the highest scores from different test sections across multiple test dates, potentially benefiting applicants by presenting their best overall performance. This practice can enhance a student's chance of admission by showcasing their strongest qualifications.
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Self-Reporting Allowed
Gustavus Adolphus College is test optional and allows self-reporting of test scores. This means that applicants are not required to submit standardized test scores and can choose to report their scores on their own. Currently, 39% of applicants submit ACT scores, while SAT submission data is not disclosed. This indicates that some students may be submitting both types of scores, contributing to a partial view of the testing landscape at the college.
More DetailsIB Requirements
33-39
Average: 35
Gustavus Adolphus College considers International Baccalaureate (IB) students with an average score of 35. The 25th percentile score is 33, while the 75th percentile score is 39. Recommended higher level subjects include English A (Lang & Lit), History, Psychology, and Biology; recommended standard level subjects are Math AA, Chemistry, Business and Management, and Global Politics.
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