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University of Georgia SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1270-1480. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 29-34. University of Georgia admitted 38% of applicants and required SAT or ACT scores.

SAT middle 50%
1270-1480
ACT middle 50%
29-34
Acceptance rate
38%
Test policy, fall 2024
Required
Undergraduates
32,137

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for University of Georgia?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1480 or higher to sit in the top quarter of University of Georgia's SAT submitters; 1270 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 87% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at University of Georgia?

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

University of Georgia SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing640680730
SAT Math630690750
SAT total (estimated)127013701480
ACT composite293234

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 730 in Reading and Writing and 750 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 120 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1397.

Testing policy

Does University of Georgia require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Required

University of Georgia told the U.S. Department of Education that it required SAT or ACT scores 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 University of Georgia's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at University of Georgia

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$11,450
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$31,688
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$13,936
First-year retention rate
94%
Graduation rate within 6 years
90%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$68,726

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Colleges with similar score ranges

North Carolina State University at RaleighNC · SAT 1300-1470Rochester Institute of TechnologyNY · SAT 1300-1460American UniversityDC · SAT 1280-1460Pepperdine UniversityCA · SAT 1290-1450Gettysburg CollegePA · SAT 1270-1460Simpson CollegeIA · ACT 31-33

Similar colleges in Georgia

Covenant CollegeSAT 1160-1380Georgia Institute of TechnologySAT 1370-1540Mercer UniversitySAT 1160-1350Agnes Scott CollegeSAT 1160-1330Emory UniversitySAT 1470-1550Spelman CollegeSAT 1108-1320

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FAQ

University of Georgia admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into University of Georgia?

University of Georgia does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1270 and 1480 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1480 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1270 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for University of Georgia?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 29 to 34, with a median of 32. Scoring 34 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does University of Georgia require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, University of Georgia reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it required SAT or ACT scores. Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on University of Georgia's admissions website before you apply.

What is University of Georgia's acceptance rate?

University of Georgia admitted 38% 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].