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Auburn University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1260-1390. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 26-31. Auburn University admitted 46% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1260-1390
ACT middle 50%
26-31
Acceptance rate
46%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
26,816

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Auburn University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1390 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Auburn University's SAT submitters; 1260 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 81% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Auburn 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

Auburn University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing630660690
SAT Math630660700
SAT total (estimated)126013201390
ACT composite262931

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 690 in Reading and Writing and 700 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 70 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1345.

Testing policy

Does Auburn University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Auburn 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 Auburn University's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Auburn University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$12,890
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$34,922
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$24,323
First-year retention rate
95%
Graduation rate within 6 years
82%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$65,337

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Colleges with similar score ranges

Clemson UniversitySC · SAT 1240-1410University of Maryland-Baltimore CountyMD · SAT 1240-1420University of DenverCO · SAT 1240-1410Fairfield UniversityCT · SAT 1260-1390School of Visual ArtsNY · SAT 1188-1490Truman State UniversityMO · SAT 1170-1370

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University of Alabama in HuntsvilleSAT 1210-1410University of Alabama at BirminghamSAT 1210-1450The University of AlabamaSAT 1170-1400University of MobileACT 22-28Samford UniversitySAT 1070-1250Jacksonville State UniversitySAT 1000-1290

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FAQ

Auburn University admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Auburn University?

Auburn 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 1260 and 1390 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1390 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1260 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Auburn University?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 26 to 31, with a median of 29. Scoring 31 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Auburn University require the SAT or ACT?

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

What is Auburn University's acceptance rate?

Auburn University admitted 46% 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].