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Western Carolina University Score Requirements
Western Carolina University has an average SAT score of 1180, with a 25th percentile of 1075 and a 75th percentile of 1260. The average ACT score is 23, ranging from a 25th percentile of 19 to a 75th percentile of 25. For English proficiency, the average TOEFL score is 70, while the average IELTS score is 6.0 and the Duolingo average score is 95. The average unweighted GPA is 3.43, and superscoring is allowed for standardized tests.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
Western Carolina University records an unweighted GPA average of 3.43 for undergraduate admissions. However, specific figures for the weighted GPA, including the 25th and 75th percentiles, are not disclosed. This suggests that applicants should generally aim to present a solid GPA to be competitive in the admissions process.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
1075-1260
Average: 1180
Submitting SAT: 6%
Math: 520-610
Reading: 560-660
Western Carolina University has an average SAT score of 1180, with the 25th percentile at 1075 and the 75th percentile at 1260. The SAT Math portion shows a 25th percentile score of 520 and a 75th percentile score of 610. For the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW) component, the 25th percentile is 560 and the 75th percentile is 660. Notably, only 6% of students submit SAT scores for admission.
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19-25
Average: 23
Submitting ACT: 19%
Math: 17-25
English: 18-25
Reading: 20-29
Science: 20-23
Western Carolina University's average ACT score is 23, with a 25th percentile score of 19 and a 75th percentile score of 25. For the individual components, the 25th and 75th percentiles are as follows: Math - 17 and 25, English - 18 and 25, Reading - 20 and 29, and Science - 20 and 23. Additionally, 19% of students submit their ACT scores as part of their application.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
70-70
Average: 70
Minimum: 70
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
Western Carolina University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 70 for undergraduate admissions, which is also the average score for admitted students. The score range for the 25th and 75th percentiles is uniformly set at 70. Information regarding the breakdown of component scores for listening, reading, speaking, and writing is not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
Western Carolina University allows superscoring for undergraduate admissions. Superscoring means the university considers the highest section scores across multiple test dates, which can help enhance an applicant's overall score. This policy can be advantageous for students who may excel in different sections of standardized tests.
More DetailsTest Optional
Self-Reporting Not Allowed
Western Carolina University is a test-optional institution, meaning students are not required to submit standardized test scores for undergraduate admissions. However, self-reporting of scores is not allowed, indicating that applicants must provide official test scores if they choose to submit them. Approximately 6% of applicants submit SAT scores, while 19% choose to submit ACT scores. This total of 25% suggests that some students may be submitting both SAT and ACT scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
30-35
Average: 33
Western Carolina University has an average International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 33, with a 25th percentile score of 30 and a 75th percentile score of 35. The university recommends taking higher-level subjects such as Biology, Psychology, Math AA, and Chemistry, along with standard-level subjects like English B and History.
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