NSCC SAT Scores

SAT Score Ranges for Admitted Students:

• Score Range: Not officially reported by NSCC due to open-enrollment policies; however, submitted scores typically fall between 900–1100 for students who choose to provide them.
• Average Score: Approximately 1000, based on voluntary submissions by applicants to North Shore Community College.
• Percentile: Scores around the 50th percentile (national average) are common among students submitting SAT results at NSCC.

Key Points:

• SAT/ACT scores are optional for most programs at North Shore Community College due to its open-enrollment approach.
• When submitted, scores are evaluated as part of a holistic review process, alongside transcripts and placement test results at NSCC.
• North Shore Community College does not have a published superscoring policy for SAT scores; individual section scores are considered as submitted.
• Alternatives such as AP or IB test scores may be considered for placement or credit purposes, though not required for admission at NSCC.
• For applicants choosing to submit SAT scores, aiming for a score of 1000 or above can help demonstrate college readiness for selective programs at North Shore Community College.