PPU SAT Scores

SAT Score Ranges for Admitted Students:

• Score Range: 980–1180 (based on recent admissions data for the middle 50% of admitted students)
• Average Score: Approximately 1080, reflecting the typical performance of incoming freshmen at PPU
• 75th Percentile: Around 1180, meaning top-performing applicants often score at or above this mark

Key Points:

• SAT or ACT scores are optional for most programs at Point Park University, though submitting scores can strengthen an application.
• PPU evaluates scores as part of a holistic review, with no strict minimum threshold, focusing on overall academic and personal fit.
• Point Park University does practice superscoring for SAT, combining the highest section scores across multiple test dates.
• Alternatives such as AP or IB test scores may be considered for placement or credit but are not substitutes for SAT in admissions.
• Applicants are encouraged to aim for an SAT score of 1100 or higher to be competitive for admission to PPU.