Typical SAT Score for Duke Admissions?

Hey folks, I'm pretty nervous about my chances of getting into Duke. For those who got accepted there, what was your SAT score? And, do you know what the average SAT score is for Duke admits?

Absolutely, it's always a good idea to have a sense of the competitive SAT range for a school you're interested in. While I want to emphasize that admissions aren't purely about test scores, they can help you gauge your academic competitiveness. For Duke University, the middle 50% SAT score for admitted students typically sits around the range of 1520 - 1570 out of 1600. This means that 25% of admitted students scored below 1520 and 25% scored above 1570.

While these numbers might seem daunting, remember that this is just a range where many admitted students' scores fall, and admissions decisions are not made based on test scores alone. Duke University takes a holistic approach to reviewing applications and looks at many factors, including your course load, GPA, extracurricular involvements, letters of recommendation, and essays, among other things.

Also keep in mind that Duke University, like many other schools, had a test-optional policy for a few years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but will require the SAT or ACT for the 2024-2025 application cycle. If your SAT score falls a bit below the typical range for Duke but you show exceptional strength in other areas of your application, please do not be discouraged from applying to Duke.