SLC SAT Scores

SAT Score Ranges for Admitted Students:

• Score Range: 1260–1460 (based on recent admissions data for the middle 50% of admitted students)
• Average Score: Approximately 1360, reflecting the competitive nature of SLC admissions
• Percentile: Scoring in the 75th percentile (around 1460) can strengthen an application to Sarah Lawrence College

Key Points:

• SAT/ACT scores are optional at Sarah Lawrence College, as SLC has adopted a test-optional policy for most applicants.
• Scores, when submitted, are evaluated as part of a holistic review, with no strict minimum threshold but a focus on overall academic readiness.
• SLC does practice superscoring for the SAT, meaning the highest section scores across multiple test dates are combined.
• Alternatives such as AP or IB test results can be submitted to demonstrate academic strength if SAT scores are not provided.
• For a competitive edge, applicants to Sarah Lawrence College should aim for an SAT score of 1360 or higher, aligning with the average of admitted students.