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University of Massachusetts Score Requirements
The University of Massachusetts has an average SAT score of 1397, with a 25th percentile of 1330 and a 75th percentile of 1480. The average ACT score is 30, ranging from 30 at the 25th percentile to 33 at the 75th percentile. For English proficiency, the average TOEFL score is 80 and the average IELTS score is 6.5, both with corresponding 25th and 75th percentiles the same as the average. Additionally, the average IB score is 39, with a 25th percentile of 37 and a 75th percentile of 42. The average weighted GPA is 4.04, but the unweighted GPA data is not disclosed.
GPA Requirements
The University of Massachusetts reports a weighted average GPA of 4.04 for undergraduate admissions. However, the college does not disclose the 25th and 75th percentiles for weighted GPA, nor does it provide unweighted GPA data. This average indicates a competitive academic profile among admitted applicants.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
1330-1480
Average: 1397
Submitting SAT: 22%
Math: 660-770
Reading: 650-730
The University of Massachusetts has an average SAT score of 1397. The 25th percentile score is 1330, while the 75th percentile is 1480. For the SAT Math component, the 25th percentile is 660 and the 75th percentile is 770. In the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW) section, the scores range from 650 at the 25th percentile to 730 at the 75th percentile. Additionally, 22% of students submit SAT scores as part of their application.
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30-33
Average: 30
Submitting ACT: 0.3%
Math: -
English: -
Reading: -
Science: -
The University of Massachusetts reports an average ACT score of 30. The range of scores for admitted students shows a 25th percentile score of 30 and a 75th percentile score of 33. Only 30% of applicants submit ACT scores, indicating a significant number of students may choose not to submit their scores. Specific component scores for math, English, reading, and science are not disclosed.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
80-80
Average: 80
Minimum: 80
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
The University of Massachusetts requires a minimum TOEFL score of 80 for undergraduate admissions, with an average score of 80. The 25th and 75th percentiles for the overall score are both also 80. However, the university does not disclose specific percentile scores for the individual components of the TOEFL test (listening, reading, speaking, and writing).
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
The University of Massachusetts allows superscoring for undergraduate admissions. Superscoring means that the university considers the highest section scores across multiple test dates when evaluating applicants' standardized test scores. This policy can benefit students by allowing them to showcase their best performance overall, potentially enhancing their admission prospects.
More DetailsTest Optional
Self-Reporting Allowed
The University of Massachusetts is test optional, meaning applicants are not required to submit standardized test scores for admission. It also allows self-reporting of scores, which permits students to report their SAT or ACT results without needing to send official score reports directly from the testing agency. Currently, 22% of applicants choose to submit SAT scores, while only 0.3% submit ACT scores. The combined percentage exceeds 100%, indicating that some students submit both types of scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
37-42
Average: 39
The University of Massachusetts has an average IB score of 39, with a 25th percentile score of 37 and a 75th percentile score of 42. For recommended subjects, students are advised to take Higher Level courses in Math AA, Biology, and Chemistry, while Standard Level courses should include English A (Language and Literature) and History.
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