SCSF SAT Scores

SAT Score Ranges for Admitted Students:

• Score Range: 1460–1580 (combined Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, and Math)
• Average Score: 1520, reflecting the midpoint of admitted students at Southwestern College Santa Fe
• 75th Percentile: 1580, indicating that top-performing applicants often score at or above this threshold

Key Points:

• SAT or ACT scores are required for admission to Southwestern College Santa Fe (SCSF), though exceptions may apply for certain programs.
• Scores are evaluated as part of a holistic review process, alongside GPA, essays, and other achievements.
• SCSF practices superscoring, meaning the highest section scores from multiple SAT test dates are combined for consideration.
• Alternatives such as AP or IB test scores may be considered to demonstrate academic strength, though they do not replace SAT requirements.
• Applicants are encouraged to aim for scores near or above the 75th percentile (1580) to enhance their competitiveness at Southwestern College Santa Fe.