I know Penn State doesn't exclusively consider SAT scores, but could use some guidance. What are the usual scores of students admitted there?
Penn State University's test optional admissions program is being extended for two additional years for undergraduate admissions applicants. Prospective undergraduates will be able to apply to Penn State with or without submitting SAT or ACT scores through the fall 2025 semester. Penn State admits a wide range of students, but to give you a rough idea, their middle 50% SAT scores for admitted students at University Park tend to fall between 1320 and 1480; all other campuses range between 1120 and 1340. This means that 50% of admitted students score within this range.
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