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Vanderbilt University Score Requirements
Vanderbilt University shows strong academic standards for undergraduate admissions. The average SAT score is 1540, with a 25th percentile of 1510 and a 75th percentile of 1560. The average ACT score is 35, falling between a 25th percentile of 34 and a 75th percentile of 35. For English language proficiency, the average TOEFL score is 100, while the average IELTS score is 7.0. The average unweighted GPA for applicants is 3.89, and the university allows superscoring for standardized tests.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
Vanderbilt University's average unweighted GPA for undergraduate admissions is 3.89. The 25th and 75th percentile GPAs for unweighted scores are not disclosed. Data for weighted GPA averages is also not available.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
1510-1560
Average: 1540
Submitting SAT: 27.4%
Math: 770-800
Reading: 730-770
Vanderbilt University's average SAT score is 1540, with the 25th percentile at 1510 and the 75th percentile at 1560. For the math component, the scores range from 770 at the 25th percentile to 800 at the 75th percentile. The evidence-based reading and writing (ERW) scores range from 730 to 770. Additionally, 27.4% of students submit SAT scores as part of their application.
More DetailsACT Requirements
34-35
Average: 35
Submitting ACT: 24.6%
Math: 32-35
English: 35-36
Reading: 34-36
Science: 33-36
Vanderbilt University reports an average ACT score of 35 for its undergraduate admissions. The 25th percentile score is 34, while the 75th percentile score is also 35. For component scores, the 25th percentile for math is 32, English is 35, reading is 34, and science is 33, with 75th percentile scores reaching 35 for math and 36 for English, reading, and science. Additionally, 24.6% of applicants submitted their ACT scores.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
100-100
Average: 100
Minimum: 100
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
Vanderbilt University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 100 for undergraduate admissions, with an average score also at 100. The 25th and 75th percentile scores are both 100, indicating that all admitted students generally meet this threshold. Data on individual component scores for listening, reading, speaking, and writing are not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
Vanderbilt University allows superscoring for undergraduate admissions. This means that they will consider the highest scores from multiple test dates when evaluating an applicant's test scores. Superscoring can enhance an applicant's overall score profile, potentially improving their chances of admission.
More DetailsTest Optional
Self-Reporting Not Allowed
Vanderbilt University is test optional, allowing applicants to choose whether to submit standardized test scores. However, self-reporting of scores is not permitted, meaning applicants must submit official score reports if they choose to include them. Approximately 27.4% of applicants submit SAT scores, while 24.6% submit ACT scores, totaling 52.0%. This suggests that some students may be submitting both types of scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
42-44
Average: 43
Vanderbilt University reports an average IB score of 43, with the 25th percentile at 42 and the 75th percentile at 44. For recommended subjects, students are advised to take Higher Level courses in Math AA, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, alongside Standard Level courses in English B, History, and Psychology.
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