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Brenau University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 930-1200. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 18-22. Brenau University admitted 88% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
930-1200
ACT middle 50%
18-22
Acceptance rate
88%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
1,029

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Brenau University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1200 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Brenau University's SAT submitters; 930 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 27% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Brenau 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

Brenau University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing500550620
SAT Math430540580
SAT total (estimated)93010901200
ACT composite182022

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 620 in Reading and Writing but 580 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1079.

Testing policy

Does Brenau University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

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

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Brenau University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$34,027
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$18,924
First-year retention rate
65%
Graduation rate within 6 years
33%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$54,003

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University of MississippiMS · SAT 1000-1200Towson UniversityMD · SAT 950-1235University of Wisconsin-WhitewaterWI · ACT 17-24Commonwealth University of PennsylvaniaPA · SAT 990-1190Slippery Rock University of PennsylvaniaPA · SAT 980-1190North Carolina Central UniversityNC · ACT 19-22

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University of North GeorgiaSAT 980-1210Middle Georgia State UniversitySAT 950-1190Kennesaw State UniversitySAT 1000-1220Shorter UniversitySAT 1040-1200Georgia State UniversitySAT 940-1180Augusta UniversitySAT 970-1140

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FAQ

Brenau University admissions questions

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

Brenau 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 930 and 1200 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1200 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 930 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Brenau University?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 18 to 22, with a median of 20. Scoring 22 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Brenau University require the SAT or ACT?

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

What is Brenau University's acceptance rate?

Brenau University admitted 88% 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].