What's the deal with Georgia State University's SAT requirements? I've been hearing mixed things and wanted to get some specifics. Anyone got a clue?
Sure, I'd be happy to provide some clarity on that! Georgia State University doesn't list an absolute minimum SAT score for admission, but this doesn't mean that all scores are considered equal. The university, like many others, evaluates applications holistically, which means they consider multiple aspects of your application–not only test scores but also GPA, course rigor, extracurricular involvement, and your essays.
To give you an idea of the average scores, the middle 50% of admitted students at Georgia State University typically have SAT scores within the range of 1050 - 1290. This means that 25% of admitted students score below 1050 and 25% score above 1290. You should aim to fall within or above this range to be competitive.
However, it's worth noting that underperforming in one area of your application (such as test scores) can often be compensated with strengths in other areas. But remember, it's always best to aim for higher and work hard to improve where you can.
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