Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

In March 2023, Columbia University announced that it would permanently drop the SAT/ACT requirement for undergraduate admissions. The decision by Columbia to abandon the SAT/ACT requirement represents a significant milestone in the ongoing debate around standardized testing in higher education and in the overall future of college admissions.

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

In March 2023, Columbia University announced that it would permanently drop the SAT/ACT requirement for undergraduate admissions. The decision by Columbia to abandon the SAT/ACT requirement represents a significant milestone in the ongoing debate around standardized testing in higher education and in the overall future of college admissions.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 9, 2023

Is the new digital SAT good? Is the new digital SAT bad? As you may know, the SAT is in the process of transitioning to a new version of the test. The process has already begun internationally, and in Spring 2024, high school students in the United States will only have the option to take the new digital SAT.

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

As of this morning, Yale is the second Ivy League school to require standardized test scores, following Dartmouth’s lead and citing research that test-optional policies adversely affect high-scoring low-income students. This new policy will begin with students applying to enter in the fall of 2025.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Dartmouth researchers found SAT and ACT scores can help identify high-achieving, under-resourced students since the college looks at scores in context to where a student is from. Dartmouth College is reinstating its standardized testing requirements after removing them during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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BestColleges

MARCH 8, 2024

Starting in fall 2024, Brown University will require students to submit SAT or ACT scores. Brown becomes the third Ivy League school, following Yale and Dartmouth, to reinstate standardized testing requirements. So did Dartmouth, which became the first Ivy to return to standardized testing.

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Spark Admissions

JANUARY 28, 2022

The past few years have seen an unprecedented number of American colleges and universities suspend or even completely drop their requirement that applicants submit standardized test scores from the SAT or ACT. Recently, in response, the College Board has announced major changes to the SAT. Digital Testing.

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Ivy College Essay

AUGUST 22, 2023

In recent times, standardized testing policies for Ivy League universities have undergone significant changes, especially in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and growing concerns about equity in college admissions.

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BestColleges

MARCH 20, 2024

Data Summary Check The median total SAT score is 1030. Note Reference [1] Check Scoring 870 puts you at the bottom 25% of test-takers. Note Reference [1] Check Among popular colleges, New York University had the highest SAT scores in the 25th percentile, with enrollees in the bottom quartile scoring 1470.

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BestColleges

AUGUST 27, 2024

Johns Hopkins University has reinstated standardized test requirements. Students applying in fall 2025 must submit SAT or ACT scores, while those applying this fall are encouraged to do so. Hopkins says test scores more accurately predict academic success and enable disadvantaged students to demonstrate their potential.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 23, 2024

Cornell will reintroduce standardized testing requirements for undergraduate admissions starting in fall 2026, based on findings from a university Task Force on Standardized Testing in Admissions and pressure from peer institutions.

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 22, 2024

As the school year approaches, it’s time to finalize your standardized test prep plan and mark your calendar with upcoming SAT and ACT test dates. Not sure which test is your forte? In an ideal world, we recommend beginning one-on-one test prep a few months ahead of your scheduled test date.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 5, 2024

As of this morning, Brown is the third Ivy League school to reinstate standardized test scores, following Yale and Dartmouth’s lead and citing academic performance as the leading factor that influenced the decision. This new policy will begin with the class of 2029.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 7, 2025

Standardized test scores, like the SAT and ACT, determine academic readiness and skills for entering university. While it may be beneficial to take both tests, this blog will answer the question, “Do you need both ACT and SAT for college? What Are the ACT and SAT?

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Solomon Admissions

MAY 4, 2023

Understanding the Pros and Cons For decades, the SAT and ACT have been a staple in the college admissions process. However, in recent years, there has been debate about whether these standardized tests are still relevant in today's college admissions landscape. So, are the SAT and ACT still relevant for college admissions?

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Spark Admissions

JANUARY 28, 2022

Then, as the pandemic continued, many colleges extended their policies for another year or longer. Initially, however, it seemed like the Ivy League was eager to return to requiring test scores. Well, for one thing, the number of applications to top colleges shot up once the testing requirement disappeared. Final Thoughts.

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ACM College Consulting

MAY 3, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of college admissions, one question continues to perplex students, parents AND counselors: Should students take the SAT? Last summer, more than 1900 colleges were test optional, test-free or test-blind. Students should research the admissions policies and data of the schools on their list.

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Koodoos Learning

OCTOBER 9, 2022

that are now test-optional, according to the National Center for Fair and Open Testing.” Now more than ever, public and private institutions alike are opting for test-optional or test-flexible. 4 Frequently Asked Questions about “Test-Optional”. Find out more about what this means for your college search below.

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Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Dartmouth College Dartmouth College has announced that it will yet again require high school students to share either an SAT or ACT score as part of their application for admission. The change takes effect for students applying for Fall 2025 admission (those students who will begin their applications in Summer or Fall 2024).

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BestColleges

JULY 18, 2024

Many colleges and universities went test-optional during the COVID-19 pandemic, and some have recently reinstated standardized testing requirements. The science section requirement is being removed from the ACT, and the test will be shorter to be more flexible and manageable for students. The ACT Education Corp.,

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

This morning, Dartmouth College announced that they are reactivating the standardized testing requirement for undergraduate admission, effective with the Class of 2029. Second, in a test-optional system, many applicants don’t submit test scores.

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BestColleges

MARCH 1, 2024

Yale University announced it is reinstating standardized test requirements. Beginning next fall, students can submit SAT or ACT scores, or AP or IB exam results. The university believes mandatory test requirements can help level the playing field for disadvantaged students. Yale has officially become "test-flexible."

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Expert Admissions

MARCH 20, 2023

With so many colleges extending test-optional policies put in place during the pandemic, you may be wondering how much effort you should put into standardized testing. So, knowing that test scores can be important, how do you decide whether to take the SAT or the ACT?

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Data Summary Check Less than half of students (47%) say that the use of standardized test scores to assess applicants in college admissions is fair. Check Among students who submitted standardized test scores to a college, 56% say their score may have helped their chances of getting accepted to the school of their choice.

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BestColleges

MARCH 12, 2024

The University of Pennsylvania will extend its test-optional policy for another year. Students applying in fall 2024 will not have to submit SAT or ACT scores. Penn's announcement follows news that Dartmouth, Yale, and Brown will reinstate standardized test requirements beginning next fall.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JULY 9, 2023

This became especially true in 2020, given changes in test administration and colleges’ testing policies due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Two years later, colleges continue to update their testing requirements, with some extending their test-optional periods and others opting for permanent changes.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 17, 2024

Yale’s Class of 2028 early acceptance rate was the lowest since Yale adopted its current single-choice non-binding early action policy — 9.02%. Brown University , Harvard University and Cornell University have also shifted their policies to require SAT or ACT scores, as have many other highly selective schools. Aiming for Yale?

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Solomon Admissions

JUNE 29, 2023

In addition to the usual application materials, like transcripts, letters of recommendation, and essays, students are often asked to submit standardized test scores from either the SAT or ACT exam when applying to college. SAT/ACT scores are used by colleges to try and standardize students across the country.

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Berkeley² Academy

MARCH 15, 2024

Some ,, big changes are coming to UT Austin admissions in 2024—today we’ll go over important details regarding their standardized testing policy, essay prompts, application deadlines, and more. Under the former test-optional policy, over 40% of UT applicants elected to have the university consider their SAT or ACT test scores.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

MARCH 17, 2024

In this article, we will explore how these standards translate to their SAT scores and requirements. What is the average SAT score at Brown? Brown University’s SAT scores are highly competitive, with an average score around 1540 out of a maximum of 1600. What is the average SAT English score at Brown?

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The Chronicle of Higher Education recently highlighted the universitys automatic-admit policy, viewed as an affirmative action alternative but also a major factor in UT Austins increasing selectivity. SAT Tutoring Expert one-on-one guidance to boost your score. This decision will be communicated to applicants by January 15.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

APRIL 24, 2024

Duke University, renowned for its academic rigor and vibrant campus community , holds its applicants to high standards, including in their SAT scores and requirements. In this article, we’ll delve into the average SAT scores at Duke University and the nuances of their admissions policies.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JUNE 14, 2024

University of Notre Dame , renowned for its academic excellence and rich tradition , upholds rigorous standards for its applicants, including its SAT scores and requirements. Let’s dive into the details of Notre Dame’s SAT scores and how they shape the admissions process. What is the average SAT score at Notre Dame?

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BestColleges

AUGUST 26, 2024

Race-neutral admissions policies have historically failed to boost racial diversity among college students. Schmill also dismissed any notion that the decline in underrepresented minorities results from MIT's reinstatement of standardized testing in 2022.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JUNE 17, 2024

In this article, we explore how these standards translate into Georgetown SAT scores and requirements. What is the average SAT score at Georgetown University? Georgetown SAT scores are highly competitive. The average composite SAT score at Georgetown University is around 1500 , based on a maximum SAT score of 1600.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JULY 8, 2024

Purdue University , known for its strong academic programs and innovative research , has specific expectations for SAT scores. This article will provide a detailed look into Purdue’s SAT requirements and what prospective students should know. What is the average SAT score at Purdue? The 25th percentile SAT score falls at 1200.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JULY 9, 2024

In addition, Lehigh’s admissions team maintains high expectations for their applicants, including with regard to standardized testing scores. This article dives into the details of Lehigh SAT scores and requirements. What is the average SAT score at Lehigh? What is the average SAT English score at Lehigh?

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