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Seattle University Score Requirements
Seattle University reports an average SAT score of 1290, with a 25th percentile of 1130 and a 75th percentile of 1350. The average ACT score is 27, with a 25th percentile of 23 and a 75th percentile of 30. For English language proficiency, the average TOEFL score is 86 (minimum 86), and the average IELTS score is 6.5 (minimum 6.5). The average unweighted GPA is 3.67, while the average IB score is 36, with a range from 32 to 38. Additionally, Duolingo scores have an average of 110, with both the 25th and 75th percentiles also at 110.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
Seattle University's unweighted GPA for undergraduate admissions has an average of 3.67. The college does not disclose the 25th and 75th percentile GPAs, nor does it provide information on the weighted GPA metrics. This average reflects a competitive academic standard for applicants.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
1130-1350
Average: 1290
Submitting SAT: 24%
Math: 560-680
Reading: 570-670
Seattle University has an average SAT score of 1290, with a 25th percentile score of 1130 and a 75th percentile score of 1350. For the SAT Math component, the 25th percentile score is 560, and the 75th percentile score is 680. In the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW) section, the 25th percentile score is 570, while the 75th percentile is 670. Additionally, 24% of students submitted their SAT scores as part of their application.
More DetailsACT Requirements
23-30
Average: 27
Submitting ACT: 6%
Math: 23-28
English: 23-33
Reading: -
Science: -
Seattle University has an average ACT score of 27, with a 25th percentile score of 23 and a 75th percentile score of 30. In terms of subject components, the math scores range from a 25th percentile of 23 to a 75th percentile of 28, and the English scores range from a 25th percentile of 23 to a 75th percentile of 33. The university reports that 6% of students submitted ACT scores. Reading and science component scores are not disclosed.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
86-86
Average: 86
Minimum: 86
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
Seattle University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 86 for undergraduate admissions. The average score is also 86, with the 25th percentile and 75th percentile scores both being 86 as well. Data regarding specific component scores for listening, reading, speaking, and writing is not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
Seattle University allows superscoring for undergraduate admissions. Superscoring means that the institution considers the highest scores obtained across multiple test dates, calculating the best overall score for each section. This practice can benefit students who may have performed better on different sections of standardized tests at different times, potentially enhancing their overall application.
More DetailsTest Optional
Self-Reporting Allowed
Seattle University is test optional, meaning applicants are not required to submit standardized test scores for admission. The university also allows self-reporting of scores, enabling students to share their SAT or ACT results without official reporting at the time of application. Currently, 24% of applicants submit SAT scores, while 6% submit ACT scores; the combined total of 30% indicates that some students are submitting both scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
32-38
Average: 36
Seattle University has an average IB score of 36, with a 25th percentile of 32 and a 75th percentile of 38. The recommended higher level subjects include Math AA, Biology, Chemistry, and Computer Science, while English B and Psychology are suggested for standard level.
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