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Eastern Connecticut State University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1070-1260. Eastern Connecticut State University admitted 83% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1070-1260
Acceptance rate
83%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
3,418

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Eastern Connecticut State University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1260 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Eastern Connecticut State University's SAT submitters; 1070 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 45% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Eastern Connecticut State University?

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

Eastern Connecticut State University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing540590650
SAT Math530570610
SAT total (estimated)107011601260

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 650 in Reading and Writing but 610 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1160.

Testing policy

Does Eastern Connecticut State University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Eastern Connecticut State University 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 Eastern Connecticut State University's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Eastern Connecticut State University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$13,928
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$17,428
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$21,067
First-year retention rate
84%
Graduation rate within 6 years
57%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$56,469

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Florida International UniversityFL · SAT 1070-1260East Carolina UniversityNC · SAT 1070-1240Savannah College of Art and DesignGA · SAT 1030-1270University of Hawaii at ManoaHI · SAT 1081-1293Ball State UniversityIN · SAT 1080-1260University of Rhode IslandRI · SAT 1020-1280

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FAQ

Eastern Connecticut State University admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Eastern Connecticut State University?

Eastern Connecticut State University does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1070 and 1260 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1260 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1070 marks the bottom quarter.

Does Eastern Connecticut State University require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, Eastern Connecticut State University 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 Eastern Connecticut State University's admissions website before you apply.

What is Eastern Connecticut State University's acceptance rate?

Eastern Connecticut State University admitted 83% 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].