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Salve Regina University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1160-1330. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 26-29. Salve Regina University admitted 68% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1160-1330
ACT middle 50%
26-29
Acceptance rate
68%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
2,121

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Salve Regina University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1330 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Salve Regina University's SAT submitters; 1160 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 62% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

Score check

Where does your score land at Salve Regina 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

Salve Regina University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing600620680
SAT Math560600650
SAT total (estimated)116012201330
ACT composite262829

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 680 in Reading and Writing but 650 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1232.

Testing policy

Does Salve Regina University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Salve Regina 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 Salve Regina University's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Salve Regina University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$50,100
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$36,967
First-year retention rate
83%
Graduation rate within 6 years
77%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$72,975

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FAQ

Salve Regina University admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Salve Regina University?

Salve Regina 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 1160 and 1330 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1330 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1160 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Salve Regina University?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 26 to 29, with a median of 28. Scoring 29 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Salve Regina University require the SAT or ACT?

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

What is Salve Regina University's acceptance rate?

Salve Regina University admitted 68% 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].