Hello, fellow peeps! So, I'm considering applying to Penn and was wondering what their average SAT score is? I know it's an Ivy, so it must be high, right? Would love some insight on this!
Absolutely, the University of Pennsylvania, like other Ivy League institutions, has high average SAT scores on the new digital SAT. The middle 50% range for admitted students typically falls between 1500 and 1570. Remember, this is a range and not an average, but it gives you an idea of the range in which most admitted students' scores fall.
While a high SAT score can be a strong asset, keep in mind that admission isn't based solely on test scores. Courses and grades are most important, followed by test scores, essays and extracurriculars. So if your test scores are slightly lower but the other parts of your application are strong, you could still be a competitive applicant. Good luck!
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