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University of Puget Sound SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1170-1380. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 27-31. University of Puget Sound admitted 72% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1170-1380
ACT middle 50%
27-31
Acceptance rate
72%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
1,594

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for University of Puget Sound?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1380 or higher to sit in the top quarter of University of Puget Sound's SAT submitters; 1170 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 75% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

Score check

Where does your score land at University of Puget Sound?

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

University of Puget Sound SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing610670710
SAT Math560610670
SAT total (estimated)117012801380
ACT composite272931

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 710 in Reading and Writing but 670 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1296.

Testing policy

Does University of Puget Sound require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

University of Puget Sound 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 University of Puget Sound's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at University of Puget Sound

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$62,898
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$38,394
First-year retention rate
84%
Graduation rate within 6 years
68%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$69,594

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Western Washington UniversitySAT 1150-1390Gonzaga UniversitySAT 1190-1380DigiPen Institute of TechnologySAT 1150-1400Seattle UniversitySAT 1200-1430Whitworth UniversitySAT 1090-1330The Evergreen State CollegeSAT 1035-1253

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FAQ

University of Puget Sound admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into University of Puget Sound?

University of Puget Sound does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1170 and 1380 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1380 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1170 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for University of Puget Sound?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 27 to 31, with a median of 29. Scoring 31 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does University of Puget Sound require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, University of Puget Sound 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 Puget Sound's admissions website before you apply.

What is University of Puget Sound's acceptance rate?

University of Puget Sound admitted 72% 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].