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James Madison University Score Requirements
James Madison University reports an average SAT score of 1240, with a 25th percentile score of 1190 and a 75th percentile score of 1330. The average ACT score is 26, ranging from a 25th percentile of 24 to a 75th percentile of 29. International students should aim for a minimum TOEFL score of 81 and an average IELTS score of 6.5, with the same minimum requirement. The average GPA is 3.62, and a Duolingo score of 110 is also accepted, with similar minimum standards. Additionally, JMU allows superscoring and has a test-optional policy.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
James Madison University has an unweighted average GPA of 3.62 for undergraduate admissions. Data for the weighted average GPA, including the 25th and 75th percentiles, is not disclosed.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
1190-1330
Average: 1240
Submitting SAT: 14%
Math: 570-660
Reading: 600-680
James Madison University has an average SAT score of 1240, with a 25th percentile score of 1190 and a 75th percentile score of 1330. The Math component scores range from a 25th percentile of 570 to a 75th percentile of 660, while the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW) component scores range from 600 to 680. Only 14% of students submitted SAT scores as part of their application.
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24-29
Average: 26
Submitting ACT: 3%
Math: -
English: -
Reading: -
Science: -
James Madison University reports an average ACT score of 26 for incoming undergraduates. The 25th percentile score is 24, while the 75th percentile reaches 29. Only 3% of students submitted their ACT scores, indicating that the majority of applicants may not utilize this assessment in their admissions process. Specific component scores for math, English, reading, and science are not disclosed.
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81-81
Average: 81
Minimum: 81
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
James Madison University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 81 for undergraduate admissions. The average TOEFL score among applicants is also 81, with both the 25th and 75th percentiles at 81. Specific component scores for listening, reading, speaking, and writing are not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
James Madison University allows superscoring for undergraduate admissions, which means that they consider the highest individual section scores across multiple test dates to create a new composite score. This practice can enhance an applicant's overall score, potentially improving their chances of admission.
More DetailsTest Optional
Self-Reporting Allowed
James Madison University is test optional, meaning that applicants are not required to submit standardized test scores for admission. It also allows self-reporting of scores, which means students can submit their test scores without needing official documentation initially. Among applicants, 14% choose to submit SAT scores, while 3% submit ACT scores. The combined total of 17% indicates that some students may submit both types of scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
33-37
Average: 35
James Madison University has an average IB score of 35 for admitted students, with a 25th percentile score of 33 and a 75th percentile score of 37. The university recommends certain subjects for IB students, specifically Higher Level courses in Biology, Math AA, Psychology, and History, along with Standard Level courses in English A (Lang & Lit), Spanish B, and Visual Arts.
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