Hey everyone! I'm really interested in applying to UNC Wilmington, but I'm not sure what kind of SAT scores they typically look for. Can anyone give me an idea of the average SAT scores for admitted students or what range I should be aiming for?
Hello! UNC Wilmington is a great school to be considering, and I'm glad you're interested in what SAT scores to aim for. For context, the middle 50% SAT scores for students admitted to UNC Wilmington typically range from 1210-1330. This statistic means that 25% of admitted students score below 1210, 25% score above 1330, and the remaining 50% fall within this range.
To have a competitive application, it would be a good idea to aim for a score within or above this range. However, it's important to keep in mind that UNC Wilmington also considers other aspects of your application, such as your GPA, course rigor, extracurricular activities, and essays. Having a strong academic and extracurricular profile can help bolster your chances of admission, even if your SAT score is slightly below the middle 50% range.
Finally, it's worth noting that UNC Wilmington is officially test-optional, so you actually are not required to submit an SAT (or ACT) score. However, you're smart to still be thinking about target SAT scores, as there can still be instances where including a standardized test score with your application can be a good idea. For detailed guidance on how to navigate test-optional policies, check out this blog post from CollegeVine: https://blog.collegevine.com/does-test-optional-mean-test-optional
Best of luck with your application!
CollegeVine’s Q&A seeks to offer informed perspectives on commonly asked admissions questions. Every answer is refined and validated by our team of admissions experts to ensure it resonates with trusted knowledge in the field.