SSU SAT Scores

SAT Score Ranges for Admitted Students:

• Score Range: 970–1160 (combined Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, and Math)
• Average Score: Approximately 1070
• 75th Percentile: Around 1160, meaning top admitted students score at or above this level

Key Points:

• SAT/ACT scores are optional at Salem State University (SSU) due to its test-optional policy, allowing students to choose whether to submit scores.
• When submitted, SAT scores are evaluated as part of a holistic review, alongside GPA, coursework, and extracurriculars, rather than as a strict threshold.
• SSU 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 may be considered to demonstrate academic strength, especially for test-optional applicants.
• For a competitive edge, applicants to Salem State University should aim for an SAT score near or above the 75th percentile (1160) to stand out in the admissions process.