Hi! I'm a high school junior interested in applying to UMass Boston. Can someone please let me know the SAT requirements for this university? I'm not sure if my current SAT score is competitive enough.
UMass Boston currently has a test-optional admissions policy, which means you have the choice to submit your SAT scores or not. However, a strong score can definitely still strengthen your application, so there can be instances when including an SAT score would 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/
If you submit your SAT score, UMass Boston does not have a minimum SAT score requirement, but you can consider the middle 50% scores of admitted students to have an idea of what is considered competitive. This range is usually around 1090-1290.
If your SAT score falls within this range or above, it might be beneficial to submit your scores. Do keep in mind that UMass Boston makes admissions decisions based on more than just test scores, factors like your high school GPA, extracurricular involvement, and essays play essential roles in the admissions process as well. So, regardless of whether you submit your SAT scores, it's crucial to present a strong application in all other areas. Good luck!
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