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Valparaiso University Score Requirements
Valparaiso University has an average SAT score of 1175, with a range from the 25th percentile at 1080 to the 75th percentile at 1310. The average ACT score is 26, with the 25th percentile at 25 and the 75th percentile at 30. For English proficiency tests, the average TOEFL score is 75 and the average IELTS score is 6.0, while the Duolingo average is 100. The average unweighted GPA of admitted students is 3.69, with a 25th percentile of 3.3 and a 75th percentile of 4.0. It is important to note that standardized testing is optional.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
Valparaiso University reports an unweighted GPA average of 3.69 for undergraduate admissions. The 25th percentile of admitted students has a GPA of 3.3, while the 75th percentile has a GPA of 4.0. Data regarding weighted GPA averages and percentiles is not disclosed.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
1080-1310
Average: 1175
Submitting SAT: 38.68%
Math: 540-650
Reading: 540-660
Valparaiso University reports an average SAT score of 1175. The score range shows a 25th percentile at 1080 and a 75th percentile at 1310. For the math component, the 25th percentile is 540 while the 75th percentile is 650. In the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW) section, the 25th percentile is 540, with the 75th percentile rated at 660. Additionally, 38.68% of students submitted their SAT scores.
More DetailsACT Requirements
25-30
Average: 26
Submitting ACT: 5.22%
Math: 22-29
English: 22-32
Reading: -
Science: -
Valparaiso University reports an average ACT score of 26, with a 25th percentile score of 25 and a 75th percentile score of 30. For the math component, the 25th percentile is 22 and the 75th percentile is 29. In English, the 25th percentile is 22 and the 75th percentile is 32. The university indicates that 5.22% of students submit ACT scores. Data for reading and science sections are not disclosed.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
75-75
Average: 75
Minimum: 75
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
Valparaiso University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 75 for undergraduate admissions. The average TOEFL score among admitted students is also 75, with both the 25th and 75th percentiles at 75. Specific component scores for listening, reading, speaking, and writing are not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
Valparaiso University allows superscoring in its undergraduate admissions process. Superscoring means that the university considers the highest scores from each section of standardized tests across multiple test dates to create a composite score. This policy provides an advantage for applicants aiming to enhance their admissions prospects by showcasing their best performance in each section.
More DetailsTest Optional
Self-Reporting Allowed
Valparaiso University is test optional, meaning that students are not required to submit standardized test scores for undergraduate admissions. It also allows self reporting of scores, which enables applicants to provide their own reported SAT or ACT scores without needing to submit official documentation. Currently, 38.68% of applicants choose to submit SAT scores, while 5.22% submit ACT scores. The total of these percentages exceeds 100% because some applicants submit both SAT and ACT scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
30-37
Average: 33
Valparaiso University's average IB score is 33, with a 25th percentile score of 30 and a 75th percentile score of 37. Recommended higher level subjects include Math AA, Biology, and Psychology, while standard level subjects include English A (Lang & Lit), History, and Chemistry.
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