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Johnson University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 960-1110. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 18-24. Johnson University admitted 65% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
960-1110
ACT middle 50%
18-24
Acceptance rate
65%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
743

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Johnson University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1110 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Johnson University's SAT submitters; 960 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 15% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Johnson 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

Johnson University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing490540570
SAT Math470500540
SAT total (estimated)96010401110
ACT composite182124

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 570 in Reading and Writing but 540 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1078.

Testing policy

Does Johnson University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Johnson 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 Johnson University's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Johnson University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$21,122
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$22,063
First-year retention rate
69%
Graduation rate within 6 years
57%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$40,596

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Colleges with similar score ranges

Sam Houston State UniversityTX · SAT 930-1120University of Wisconsin-MilwaukeeWI · ACT 18-25Kean UniversityNJ · SAT 930-1150University of Central OklahomaOK · ACT 18-24College of Staten Island CUNYNY · SAT 890-1250Southeastern Louisiana UniversityLA · ACT 18-24

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Tennessee Wesleyan UniversityACT 19-23University of MemphisSAT 915-1180Freed-Hardeman UniversitySAT 952-1087Carson-Newman UniversitySAT 955-1215Austin Peay State UniversitySAT 843-1126Baptist Health Sciences UniversityACT 17-22

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FAQ

Johnson University admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Johnson University?

Johnson 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 960 and 1110 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1110 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 960 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Johnson University?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 18 to 24, with a median of 21. Scoring 24 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Johnson University require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, Johnson 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 Johnson University's admissions website before you apply.

What is Johnson University's acceptance rate?

Johnson University admitted 65% 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].