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Southern Arkansas University Score Requirements
Southern Arkansas University has an average SAT score of 979, with a 25th percentile of 920 and a 75th percentile of 1180, with only 7% of students submitting this test. The average ACT score is 21, ranging from a 25th percentile of 17 to a 75th percentile of 23, with 100% of applicants submitting ACT scores. For English proficiency, the average TOEFL score is 61, while the IELTS average score is 5.5, and Duolingo average score is 90, both with minimum requirements of the same score. The average unweighted GPA is 3.49, and the university allows superscoring and is test-optional, with self-reporting permitted.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
Southern Arkansas University has an unweighted average GPA of 3.49 for undergraduate admissions. The college does not disclose the weighted GPA averages or the 25th and 75th percentiles for either GPA type. This information highlights the competitive academic standards expected from applicants.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
920-1180
Average: 979
Submitting SAT: 7%
Math: 460-590
Reading: 460-590
Southern Arkansas University has an average SAT score of 979, with the 25th percentile at 920 and the 75th percentile at 1180. In terms of the SAT components, both the math and evidence-based reading and writing (ERW) sections have a 25th percentile score of 460 and a 75th percentile score of 590. Additionally, only 7% of students submit SAT scores as part of their application.
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17-23
Average: 21
Submitting ACT: 100%
Math: 16-22
English: 16-24
Reading: -
Science: -
Southern Arkansas University reports an average ACT score of 21, with a 25th percentile score of 17 and a 75th percentile score of 23. For the math component, the 25th percentile is 16 and the 75th percentile is 22, while the English component shows a 25th percentile of 16 and a 75th percentile of 24. The university has a 100% rate of students submitting ACT scores. Data for reading and science components are not disclosed.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
61-61
Average: 61
Minimum: 61
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
Southern Arkansas University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 61 for undergraduate admissions, which aligns with the average score of 61. Both the 25th and 75th percentiles for overall TOEFL scores are also 61, indicating a consistent standard for applicants. Specific component score ranges for listening, reading, speaking, and writing are not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
Southern Arkansas University allows superscoring for undergraduate admissions, which means they consider the highest scores from different test dates for the admissions process. This policy can benefit applicants as it allows them to combine their best scores to potentially improve their overall admission profile.
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Self-Reporting Allowed
Southern Arkansas University is a test-optional institution, allowing students to decide whether to submit standardized test scores for undergraduate admissions. Additionally, it permits self-reporting of scores, meaning applicants can provide their own reported test results during the application process. Currently, 7% of applicants choose to submit SAT scores, while a significant 100% submit ACT scores. This indicates that while all ACT submitters are counted, a small fraction opts to include SAT scores, reflecting a focus on the ACT for admissions.
More DetailsIB Requirements
26-33
Average: 28
Southern Arkansas University has an average International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 28, with the 25th percentile at 26 and the 75th percentile at 33. Recommended higher-level subjects include Biology, Psychology, and Math AA, while standard-level subjects include English B, Chemistry, and History.
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