BSC SAT Scores

SAT Score Ranges for Admitted Students:

• Score Range: 1020–1240 (based on recent admissions data for the middle 50% of admitted students)
• Average Score: Approximately 1130, reflecting the typical performance of successful applicants to Birmingham-Southern College
• 75th Percentile: Around 1240, indicating that top-performing admitted students often score at or above this level

Key Points:

• Birmingham-Southern College (BSC) has a test-optional policy, meaning SAT or ACT scores are not required for admission but can be submitted to strengthen an application.
• Scores are evaluated as part of a holistic review process, alongside GPA, course rigor, and other factors, rather than as strict thresholds.
• BSC practices superscoring for SAT scores, combining the highest section scores from multiple test dates to create the best possible composite score.
• Alternatives such as AP or IB test scores may be considered to demonstrate academic ability, especially for test-optional applicants.
• For competitive applications, prospective students should aim for SAT scores near or above the 75th percentile (1240) to stand out at Birmingham-Southern College.