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Longwood University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1030-1210. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 19-26. Longwood University admitted 90% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1030-1210
ACT middle 50%
19-26
Acceptance rate
90%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
3,015

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Longwood University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1210 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Longwood University's SAT submitters; 1030 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 36% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Longwood 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

Longwood University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing530580630
SAT Math500540580
SAT total (estimated)103011201210
ACT composite192226

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 630 in Reading and Writing but 580 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1120.

Testing policy

Does Longwood University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

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

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Longwood University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$15,744
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$27,978
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$19,066
First-year retention rate
80%
Graduation rate within 6 years
61%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$52,347

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FAQ

Longwood University admissions questions

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

Longwood 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 1030 and 1210 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1210 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1030 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Longwood University?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 19 to 26, with a median of 22. Scoring 26 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Longwood University require the SAT or ACT?

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

What is Longwood University's acceptance rate?

Longwood University admitted 90% 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].