Average SAT Scores by College: How to Read the Ranges
How to use middle-50% SAT ranges from the Common Data Set to set realistic targets for any college on your list.
Where to Find Real Numbers
Every college publishes its middle-50% SAT range in the Common Data Set or admissions statistics page. Those are authoritative — don't trust third-party rankings for SAT data.
Aim Above the 50th
If your score is below a school's 25th percentile, your SAT is a weakness in the application. If it's above the 75th, your SAT is a strength. Aim for the 75th percentile at every school on your list.
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