Hey! On my college hunt and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas looks appealing. But, I'm stuck on the ACT requirement – any insight or experience on what scores might be acceptable to UNLV?
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) doesn't have a firm minimum on ACT scores and uses a more holistic admissions approach, taking into account other aspects of your application like your high school GPA, course rigor, and extracurriculars.
But numbers can give you a sense of the ballpark you should aim for. Based on data from previous years, the middle 50% ACT scores for admitted students at UNLV generally range from 18 to 24. This means that 25% of admitted students scored below 18, and another 25% of students scored above 24.
Remember, if you fall within the middle 50% range, it doesn't guarantee admittance—but it certainly puts you in a competitive position! If your score falls outside of this range, don't get discouraged. Your application as a whole is what ultimately makes the difference. Spend your energy on making sure other aspects of your application, such as your high school grades, extracurriculars, and any volunteer or leadership roles, are strong and compelling. Best of luck on your college application journey!
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