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Standford University Score Requirements
Stanford University has set high standards for undergraduate admissions. The average SAT score is 1540, with a range of 1510 to 1580 for the 25th to 75th percentiles. For the ACT, the average score is 35, and its range is from 34 to 35. The average IELTS score is 7, and the average TOEFL score is 100, with both tests having minimum requirements of the same scores. The average unweighted GPA stands at 3.94, while the average IB score is 43, ranging from 42 to 44.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
Stanford University's unweighted GPA for undergraduate admissions has an average of 3.94. The specific data for the 25th and 75th percentiles is not disclosed. There is no information available for the weighted GPA metrics either.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
1510-1580
Average: 1540
Submitting SAT: 47%
Math: 770-800
Reading: 740-780
Stanford University's average SAT score is 1540, with a range from the 25th percentile at 1510 to the 75th percentile at 1580. For the math component, the 25th percentile score is 770 and the 75th percentile is 800. In the evidence-based reading and writing (ERW) section, the 25th percentile score is 740, while the 75th percentile score is 780. Additionally, 47% of students submitted SAT scores as part of their application.
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34-35
Average: 35
Submitting ACT: 22%
Math: 32-35
English: 35-36
Reading: -
Science: -
Stanford University has an average ACT score of 35, with a 25th percentile score of 34 and a 75th percentile score also at 35. For the ACT Math component, students in the 25th percentile scored 32, while those in the 75th percentile scored 35. In English, the 25th percentile achieved a score of 35 and the 75th percentile scored 36. Notably, only 22% of students submitted ACT scores.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
100-100
Average: 100
Minimum: 100
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
Stanford University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 100 for undergraduate admissions. The average TOEFL score among admitted students is also 100, with both the 25th and 75th percentiles at 100, indicating a consistent performance among candidates. Specific component scores for listening, reading, speaking, and writing are not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
Stanford University allows superscoring in its admissions process. Superscoring means that the university takes the highest scores from multiple test dates across different sections and combines them to create the best possible overall score for applicants. This practice can benefit students who perform differently on various test dates, making it an important consideration for prospective applicants.
More DetailsTest Optional
Self-Reporting Allowed
Stanford University is test optional, meaning applicants are not required to submit standardized test scores for consideration. However, the university does allow self-reporting of scores, which permits students to share their SAT or ACT results without official documentation during the application process. Among applicants, 47% choose to submit SAT scores while 22% submit ACT scores. This totals to 69%, indicating that some students likely submit both scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
42-44
Average: 43
Stanford University reports an average International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 43, with a 25th percentile score of 42 and a 75th percentile score of 44. Recommended higher-level subjects include Math AA, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Computer Science, while recommended standard-level subjects are English B, History, and Psychology.
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