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University of New Haven SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1060-1265. University of New Haven admitted 60% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1060-1265
Acceptance rate
60%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
4,841

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for University of New Haven?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1265 or higher to sit in the top quarter of University of New Haven's SAT submitters; 1060 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 University of New Haven?

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 New Haven SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing540590645
SAT Math520570620
SAT total (estimated)106011601265

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 645 in Reading and Writing and 620 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 105 points.

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

Testing policy

Does University of New Haven require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

University of New Haven 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 University of New Haven's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at University of New Haven

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$47,332
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$34,192
First-year retention rate
77%
Graduation rate within 6 years
63%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$60,126

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Colleges with similar score ranges

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

University of New Haven admissions questions

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

University of New Haven does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1060 and 1265 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1265 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1060 marks the bottom quarter.

Does University of New Haven require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, University of New Haven 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 University of New Haven's admissions website before you apply.

What is University of New Haven's acceptance rate?

University of New Haven admitted 60% 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].