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The University of Texas Permian Basin SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 910-1130. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 17-23. The University of Texas Permian Basin admitted 95% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
910-1130
ACT middle 50%
17-23
Acceptance rate
95%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
3,911

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for The University of Texas Permian Basin?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1130 or higher to sit in the top quarter of The University of Texas Permian Basin's SAT submitters; 910 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 11% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at The University of Texas Permian Basin?

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

The University of Texas Permian Basin SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing470520570
SAT Math440500560
SAT total (estimated)91010201130
ACT composite172223

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 570 in Reading and Writing and 560 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 120 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1033.

Testing policy

Does The University of Texas Permian Basin require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

The University of Texas Permian Basin 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 The University of Texas Permian Basin's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at The University of Texas Permian Basin

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$9,236
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$21,504
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$12,723
First-year retention rate
61%
Graduation rate within 6 years
40%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$56,073

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FAQ

The University of Texas Permian Basin admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into The University of Texas Permian Basin?

The University of Texas Permian Basin does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 910 and 1130 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1130 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 910 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for The University of Texas Permian Basin?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 17 to 23, with a median of 22. Scoring 23 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does The University of Texas Permian Basin require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, The University of Texas Permian Basin 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 The University of Texas Permian Basin's admissions website before you apply.

What is The University of Texas Permian Basin's acceptance rate?

The University of Texas Permian Basin admitted 95% 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].