SFAI SAT Scores

SAT Score Ranges for Admitted Students:

• Score Range: 980–1180 (based on historical data for admitted students at SFAI)
• Average Score: Approximately 1080, reflecting the midpoint of accepted applicants
• 75th Percentile: Around 1180, indicating the top tier of scores among admitted students at San Francisco Art Institute

Key Points:

• SAT/ACT scores are optional at San Francisco Art Institute, as the school adopted a test-optional policy in recent years.
• When submitted, SAT scores are evaluated as part of a holistic review, alongside artistic portfolios and academic records at SFAI.
• SFAI does not officially confirm a superscoring policy, so applicants should aim to submit their best single-sitting scores.
• Alternatives such as AP or IB test scores may be considered to demonstrate academic strength if SAT scores are not submitted.
• For competitive applications to San Francisco Art Institute, prospective students should target SAT scores near or above the 75th percentile (1180) to strengthen their candidacy.