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Langhorne, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit, suburb campus

Cairn University-Langhorne SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1000-1160. Cairn University-Langhorne admitted 88% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1000-1160
Acceptance rate
88%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
775

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Cairn University-Langhorne?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1160 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Cairn University-Langhorne's SAT submitters; 1000 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 33% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Cairn University-Langhorne?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

Cairn University-Langhorne SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing540560590
SAT Math460550570
SAT total (estimated)100011101160

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 590 in Reading and Writing and 570 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 110 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1110.

Testing policy

Does Cairn University-Langhorne require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Cairn University-Langhorne told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on Cairn University-Langhorne's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Cairn University-Langhorne

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$34,009
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$27,642
First-year retention rate
77%
Graduation rate within 6 years
60%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$44,172

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FAQ

Cairn University-Langhorne admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Cairn University-Langhorne?

Cairn University-Langhorne does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1000 and 1160 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1160 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1000 marks the bottom quarter.

Does Cairn University-Langhorne require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, Cairn University-Langhorne reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on Cairn University-Langhorne's admissions website before you apply.

What is Cairn University-Langhorne's acceptance rate?

Cairn University-Langhorne admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].