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Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1140-1370. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 22-29. University of North Carolina School of the Arts admitted 30% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).
Quick answer
There is no published minimum. Aim for 1370 or higher to sit in the top quarter of University of North Carolina School of the Arts's SAT submitters; 1140 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 73% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.
Score check
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
| Measure | 25th percentile | 50th percentile | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading and Writing | 600 | 670 | 720 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 600 | 650 |
| SAT total (estimated) | 1140 | 1270 | 1370 |
| ACT composite | 22 | 26 | 29 |
Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 720 in Reading and Writing but 650 in Math.
College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1260.
Testing policy
University of North Carolina School of the Arts 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.
Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on University of North Carolina School of the Arts's website before deciding whether to submit.
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FAQ
University of North Carolina School of the Arts does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1140 and 1370 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1370 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1140 marks the bottom quarter.
Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 22 to 29, with a median of 26. Scoring 29 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.
For fall 2024 entry, University of North Carolina School of the Arts 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 University of North Carolina School of the Arts's admissions website before you apply.
University of North Carolina School of the Arts admitted 30% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.
Sources and method
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].
