Hello everyone! I'm gearing up to apply for colleges next year and Yale has always been my dream school. However, I'm kind of unsure about my ACT scores. I guess I'm not really sure where I stand competition-wise? What's the average ACT score for accepted students at Yale?
The range of ACT scores for students who are admitted to Yale is usually between 33 and 35. This represents the middle 50% of accepted students, meaning that 25% of students score below this range and 25% score above. So, while there isn't a set required score, aiming for a 33 or above will place you in a competitive position. However, please note that Yale, like many other highly selective schools, reviews applications holistically. This means that in addition to your ACT scores, they'll also pay attention to your high school GPA, the difficulty of your course load, your extracurriculars, essays, and letters of recommendation. So, while your ACT score is important, it's just one piece of your overall application.
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