LMC SAT Scores

SAT Score Ranges for Admitted Students:

• Score Range: 920–1130 (combined Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, and Math)
• Average Score: Approximately 1025
• 75th Percentile: Around 1130, meaning 25% of admitted students score above this

Key Points:

• SAT or ACT scores are optional at Lees-McRae College (LMC) due to its test-optional policy, allowing students to decide whether to submit scores.
• When submitted, SAT scores are evaluated as part of a holistic review process, alongside GPA, essays, and other factors, rather than strict thresholds.
• LMC does practice superscoring, meaning the admissions team considers the highest section scores across multiple SAT test dates.
• Alternatives such as AP or IB test scores may be considered to demonstrate academic ability, especially for test-optional applicants.
• For a competitive edge, applicants to Lees-McRae College are encouraged to aim for an SAT score of 1050 or higher to align with or exceed the average admitted student profile.