Hey there! I'm preparing for my SATs with Rutgers in mind. Does anyone have any knowledge about what kind of SAT scores Rutgers usually looks for in applicants? Really need to know so I can set some targets for myself.
Rutgers University is a highly competitive school with respect to admissions and the test scores of accepted students reflect that. Generally, the middle 50% of accepted students to Rutgers University-New Brunswick, that is, the scores between the 25th and 75th percentiles, have SAT scores between 1190 and 1410. This means, if you score within this range, you have a good chance of being accepted.
However, keep in mind that while SAT scores are an important part of your application, Rutgers, like many institutions, evaluates students holistically. This means that in addition to your academic standings -- such as GPA, rigor of your coursework, and test scores -- they also consider elements like your extracurricular involvement, leadership roles, community service, and personal essays.
So, while studying to hit your target score is important, be sure to also focus on the other areas of your application. It's all about demonstrating your unique value and potential to contribute to the Rutgers community.
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