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University of Vermont SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1290-1440. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 30-32. University of Vermont admitted 65% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1290-1440
ACT middle 50%
30-32
Acceptance rate
65%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
11,743

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for University of Vermont?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1440 or higher to sit in the top quarter of University of Vermont's SAT submitters; 1290 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 86% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at University of Vermont?

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 Vermont SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing660690730
SAT Math630670710
SAT total (estimated)129013601440
ACT composite303132

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 730 in Reading and Writing and 710 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 80 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1374.

Testing policy

Does University of Vermont require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

University of Vermont 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 Vermont's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at University of Vermont

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$19,058
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$45,502
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$19,343
First-year retention rate
89%
Graduation rate within 6 years
79%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$62,472

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Colleges with similar score ranges

Brigham Young UniversityUT · SAT 1270-1460Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityVA · SAT 1280-1450University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh CampusPA · SAT 1280-1460Syracuse UniversityNY · SAT 1270-1440Willamette UniversityOR · SAT 1240-1440Sarah Lawrence CollegeNY · SAT 1240-1430

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Bennington CollegeSAT 1291-1403Champlain CollegeSAT 1220-1380Middlebury CollegeSAT 1445-1550Saint Michael's CollegeSAT 1120-1280Norwich UniversitySAT 1060-1320

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FAQ

University of Vermont admissions questions

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

University of Vermont does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1290 and 1440 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1440 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1290 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for University of Vermont?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 30 to 32, with a median of 31. Scoring 32 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does University of Vermont require the SAT or ACT?

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

What is University of Vermont's acceptance rate?

University of Vermont 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].