Hello all! I've been trying to decode Purdue's SAT scores for the longest time, and it's driving me up the wall. Can anyone break down the SAT scores for Purdue? Like are there any ranges or benchmarks I should be aware of?
Sure thing! It's important to note that you'll need an SAT score starting from the 2024-2025 admissions cycle since Purdue University has discontinued their test-optional policy and now requires all applicants to submit an SAT or ACT score.
For Purdue, the middle 50% SAT range for accepted students is between 1210 and 1450. This middle 50% statistic is a standard way colleges represent their typical accepted student. It means that 50% of admitted students obtained an SAT score between these numbers. So you could view a score in this range as a sort of benchmark for Purdue acceptance.
The 25th percentile SAT score is 1210, which implies that 25% of admitted students have a score below this level. On the opposite end, the 75th percentile SAT score is 1450, meaning 25% of admitted students have a score above this level.
It's important to remember, though, that these are averages and not absolute minimums. Many students are accepted with scores below the 25th percentile, just as many are accepted with scores above the 75th percentile. Admission to Purdue is competitive and they will look at other factors apart from your SAT scores like your GPA, class rigor, essay, and extracurricular activities. But as a general guide, if your SAT score falls within or above the 1210-1450 range, you're in a competitive position for Purdue admissions.
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