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Belhaven University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1010-1298. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 19-24. Belhaven University admitted 50% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1010-1298
ACT middle 50%
19-24
Acceptance rate
50%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
1,471

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Belhaven University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1298 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Belhaven University's SAT submitters; 1010 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 45% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Belhaven 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

Belhaven University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing490579668
SAT Math520575630
SAT total (estimated)101011541298
ACT composite192224

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 668 in Reading and Writing but 630 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1124.

Testing policy

Does Belhaven University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

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

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Belhaven University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$30,250
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$15,676
First-year retention rate
68%
Graduation rate within 6 years
49%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$46,440

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Colleges with similar score ranges

University of Nebraska at OmahaNE · ACT 19-26University of Wisconsin-Green BayWI · ACT 18-24Shippensburg University of PennsylvaniaPA · ACT 16-28Colorado State University PuebloCO · ACT 19-26Tuskegee UniversityAL · ACT 18-25Emporia State UniversityKS · ACT 18-24

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FAQ

Belhaven University admissions questions

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

Belhaven 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 1298 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1298 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1010 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Belhaven University?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 19 to 24, with a median of 22. Scoring 24 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Belhaven University require the SAT or ACT?

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

What is Belhaven University's acceptance rate?

Belhaven University admitted 50% 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].