UMSL SAT Scores

SAT Score Ranges for Admitted Students:

• Score Range: 1030–1230 (based on recent admissions data for the middle 50% of admitted students)
• Average Score: Approximately 1130, reflecting the typical performance of incoming freshmen at UMSL
• 75th Percentile: Around 1230, meaning top-performing applicants often score at or above this mark

Key Points:

• SAT or ACT scores are currently optional for admission to the University of Missouri - Saint Louis due to test-optional policies, though submitting scores can strengthen an application.
• Scores are evaluated as part of a holistic review, considering academic history and extracurricular involvement alongside test results.
• UMSL 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 for placement or credit but are not direct substitutes for SAT scores in admissions.
• Applicants are encouraged to aim for an SAT score of at least 1130 or higher to align with the average at the University of Missouri - Saint Louis and increase their chances of admission.