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Virginia Commonwealth University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1010-1270. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 22-30. Virginia Commonwealth University admitted 93% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1010-1270
ACT middle 50%
22-30
Acceptance rate
93%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
20,753

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Virginia Commonwealth University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1270 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Virginia Commonwealth University's SAT submitters; 1010 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 38% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

Score check

Where does your score land at Virginia Commonwealth 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

Virginia Commonwealth University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing520580650
SAT Math490550620
SAT total (estimated)101011301270
ACT composite222530

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 650 in Reading and Writing but 620 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1137.

Testing policy

Does Virginia Commonwealth University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Virginia Commonwealth 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 Virginia Commonwealth University's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Virginia Commonwealth University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$16,945
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$40,109
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$23,433
First-year retention rate
85%
Graduation rate within 6 years
63%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$58,128

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FAQ

Virginia Commonwealth University admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Virginia Commonwealth University?

Virginia Commonwealth 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 1010 and 1270 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1270 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1010 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Virginia Commonwealth University?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 22 to 30, with a median of 25. Scoring 30 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Virginia Commonwealth University require the SAT or ACT?

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

What is Virginia Commonwealth University's acceptance rate?

Virginia Commonwealth University admitted 93% 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].