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University of Kentucky Score Requirements
The University of Kentucky requires a minimum TOEFL score of 71 and an average score of 71, with all students falling within this range. The IELTS minimum score is also set at 6.0, matching the average score. For SAT scores, the average is 1168, ranging from 1070 at the 25th percentile to 1270 at the 75th percentile, with only 7% of students submitting scores. The average ACT score is 25, with a range of 21 to 28, and 50% of applicants provided ACT scores. The unweighted GPA average stands at 3.58, with a 25th percentile of 3.3 and a 75th percentile of 3.8. The University of Kentucky accepts superscoring for standardized tests, which are test-optional and allow self-reporting. For IB students, the average score is 33, with a range from 30 to 36.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
The University of Kentucky has an unweighted average GPA of 3.58 for undergraduate admissions. The 25th percentile GPA is 3.3, while the 75th percentile GPA is 3.8. Data for the weighted GPA, including averages and percentiles, is not disclosed.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
1070-1270
Average: 1168
Submitting SAT: 7%
Math: 530-640
Reading: 540-650
The University of Kentucky reports an average SAT score of 1168. For the 25th percentile, the scores are 1070 overall, with a math score of 530 and an evidence-based reading and writing (ERW) score of 540. The 75th percentile scores are 1270 overall, with a math score of 640 and an ERW score of 650. Additionally, 7% of students submit SAT scores as part of their application.
More DetailsACT Requirements
21-28
Average: 25
Submitting ACT: 50%
Math: 20-27
English: 21-30
Reading: 23-31
Science: 22-28
The University of Kentucky has an average ACT score of 25, with a 25th percentile of 21 and a 75th percentile of 28. The math component shows a 25th percentile of 20 and a 75th percentile of 27. For English, the 25th percentile is 21 and the 75th percentile is 30. The reading scores range from a 25th percentile of 23 to a 75th percentile of 31, while science scores range from 22 to 28. About 50% of students submit ACT scores for admission.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
71-71
Average: 71
Minimum: 71
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
The University of Kentucky requires a minimum TOEFL score of 71 for undergraduate admissions, which is also the average score reported. The score range for the 25th and 75th percentiles is consistent at 71, indicating a uniform standard for applicants. Specific component scores for listening, reading, speaking, and writing are not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
The University of Kentucky allows superscoring for undergraduate admissions, meaning that they consider the highest section scores across multiple test attempts to create a new composite score. This approach can benefit applicants by potentially improving their overall scores.
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Self-Reporting Allowed
The University of Kentucky is test optional and allows self-reporting of standardized test scores. This means that applicants can choose whether to submit their SAT or ACT scores without it affecting their admission chances, and if they do submit scores, they can report them without official documentation. Currently, 7% of applicants submit SAT scores, while 50% submit ACT scores, totaling 57%. This indicates that some students are likely submitting both types of scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
30-36
Average: 33
The University of Kentucky has an average IB score of 33, with scores ranging from a 25th percentile of 30 to a 75th percentile of 36. Recommended higher-level subjects include Biology, Psychology, Math AA, and Chemistry, while standard-level subjects are English B, History, and Math AI.
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