Mount Holyoke SAT Scores

SAT Score Ranges for Admitted Students:

• Score Range: 1300–1460 (based on recent admissions data for the middle 50% of admitted students)
• Average Score: Approximately 1380, reflecting the typical performance of successful applicants
• 75th Percentile: Around 1460, indicating that top-scoring admitted students often achieve this benchmark

Key Points:

• SAT/ACT is test-optional at Mount Holyoke College (MHC), meaning submission of scores is not required for admission.
• When submitted, SAT scores are evaluated as part of a holistic review process, alongside other application components, rather than strict thresholds.
• Mount Holyoke College does practice superscoring, combining the highest section scores from multiple SAT test dates to create the best possible composite score.
• Alternatives such as AP or IB test scores can strengthen an application, especially for students opting out of submitting SAT results.
• For competitive applications, prospective students should aim for SAT scores near or above the 75th percentile (1460) to stand out at Mount Holyoke College (MHC).