Hey guys, so I was wondering how UVA typically considers SAT scores. Do they look more at the individual sections or the composite? Also, where can I find info about what the average SAT scores for admitted students are? Trying not to stress too much, but more details would help my mental sanity haha.
While the University of Virginia, just like many other selective schools, thoroughly looks at your application as a whole, they do consider your composite SAT score during the review. Colleges typically consider the composite SAT score as it provides a comprehensive overview of your testing abilities across different sections of the test.
In terms of figuring out what range of SAT scores UVA typically accepts, you should look at the mid-50% range for admitted students. The mid-50% SAT score range for UVA as of the most recent admissions cycle was around 1400-1540. This means that 50% of UVA students accepted scored within that range. Keep in mind that these scores are just an average, and students are both accepted with scores below and above this threshold.
Best of luck! Applying to college can be a stressful process, but understanding how your SAT scores fit into the bigger picture can definitely help alleviate some of that stress.
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