A list of  universities that don’t require SAT/ACT exams

Universities that don’t require SAT/ACT exams | A brief

Many of us struggle with taking tests. Despite preparation, some people fail, resulting in poor scores. So, what is the next step? Should I retake the SAT/ACT? Moreover, there are some universities that don’t require SAT/ACT exams. 

Hampshire College in Amherst, Massachusetts, is one such university that doesn’t require SAT/ACT exams. If you’re wondering how you can study abroad without taking the SAT/ACT and still get into your favorite university, there’s only one answer- Test Optional Colleges. Let’s explore Test-Optional College in the blog.

What are test-optional colleges?

Test-Optional colleges do not need the SAT or ACT from overseas students. So, these universities are for you if you have not taken the SAT/ACT. Even if you provide your SAT and ACT scores, your application will be reviewed solely based on your academic record. 

You are mistaken if you believe that your GPA is the sole factor that the college will examine when analyzing your profile. Several more elements play a key role in your admission process. These are the factors-

• Recommendation letter

Having LORs from your high school professors, seniors, or internships is extremely advantageous and will help your application stand out. 

• Statement Of Purpose (SOP)

A decent SOP can help you get into your dream college, even with a low GPA. The Statement of Purpose explains why you want to join that college and course, how you are qualified, and your strong areas of interest. So construct your SOP to give the admissions committee insight into who you are and your interest. 

• Essay prompts

Aside from the SOP, essay prompts are another component that can help your profile stand out. It allows a college to assess an applicant’s experimental thinking and skill. 

• Extracurricular activities

Participating in various extracurricular activities will help you gain additional brownie points. It certainly adds value to your application, especially if you have not applied for the SAT/ACT.

• Internships and projects

Being a part of a few solid projects or having some knowledge of the field for which you are applying, such as your undergraduate degree, is an added benefit. Internships are not something that many students, particularly in India, desire to do throughout their high school years. So, if you have an internship certificate, rest confident that your application is already far too appealing to the admissions committee.

Your list of elite universities that don’t require the SAT or ACT this year

School Name	Location
Abilene Christian University	Abilene, TX
Adelphi College	Garden City, NY
Alabama A & M	Huntsville, AL
Alabama State University	Montgomery, AL
Albion College	Albion, MI
Alfred University	Alfred, NY
Alma College	Alma, MI
Anderson University	Anderson, IN
Arcadia University	Glenside, PA
Arizona State University	Tempe, AZ
Auburn University	Auburn, AL
Austin Peay State University	Clarksville, TN
Babson University	Wellesley, MA
Barnard College	New York, NY
Barry University	Miami, FL
Baylor University	Waco, TX
Beloit College	Beloit, WI
Berry College	Mount Berry, GA
Bethany College	Bethany, WV
Binghamton University	Binghamton, NY
Bismarck State College	Bismarck, ND
Bluefield State College	Bluefield, WV
Boston College	Chestnut Hill, MA
Boston University	Boston, MA
Brigham Young University	Provo, UT
Brown University	Providence, RI
Bucknell University	Lewisburg, PA
Butler University	Indianapolis, IN
Caldwell University	Caldwell, NJ
California Institute of Technology	Pasadena, CA
California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly)	San Luis Obispo, CA
Canisius College	Buffalo, NY
Carleton College	Carleton, MN
Carnegie Mellon University	Pittsburgh, PA
Carroll University	Waukesha, WI
Case Western Reserve University	Cleveland, OH
Central College	Pella, IA
Central Michigan University	Mount Pleasant, MI
Centre College	Danville, KY
Chapman University	Orange, CA
Claremont McKenna College	Claremont, CA
Clemson University	Clemson, SC
Cleveland State College	Cleveland, TN
Colgate University	Hamilton, NY
Colorado School of Mines	Golden, CO
Colorado State University	Fort Collins, CO
Columbia University	New York, NY
Concordia University Texas	Austin, TX
Cooper Union	New York, NY
Cornell University	Ithaca, NY
Cottey College	Nevada, MO
Creighton University	Omaha, NE
Dartmouth College	Hanover, NH
Drexel University	Philadelphia, PA
Drury University	Springfield, MO
Duke University	Durham, NC
East Carolina University	Greenville, NC
Elizabethtown College	Elizabethtown, PA
Elon University	Elon, NC

Key takeaways

• It is up to you how you present yourself to the admission council of a specific college in 2022.
• A test-optional policy allows the candidate to choose whether or not to provide SAT/ACT scores to an institution.
• Selecting a school that acknowledges your unique talent and provides the finest college experience for you is critical.

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FAQs

Question 1. Is the SAT scholarship available for Indian students?

Answer. Yes, including Indians, all overseas students can apply for SAT scholarships.

Question 2. What is the margin of marks in the SAT exam?

Answer. The SAT score ranges from 400 to 1600.

Question 3. What is the SAT exam fee in 2022 for Indian students?

Answer. The cost of the SAT exam is 8,074 Indian rupees.