ACT

No, the American University does not ask for ACT/SAT scores for admission in undergraduate programs. AU is one of those universities in the USA which follow test-optional policy, hence, the only admission requirement includes fulfilling the minimum academic requirements and English language proficiency requirements by international students. However, some courses might have some specific requirements, hence it is recommended to thoroughly going through the course specific requirements while filling out the application form.

Check the reported average SAT & ACT composite scores as well as average high school GPA of the applicants who submitted their scores mentioned below

Thus, students are suggested to score within the same range or higher to improve their chances of selection at Vanderbilt Uni.

Submission of standardized test scores is not mandated by the University of Colorado Boulder. However, students are most welcome to self-report the same in their common applications if they'd prefer to. As per the statistics for 2025, the average scores of the students who chose to submit their ACT or SAT scores were as follows: 

Thus, students are advised to score within these ranges or score higher if they want to improvide their chances of securing admission at CU Boulder. 

No, Princeton University provides a test option for standardized test scores. It is not mandatory to submit the scores, however students prefer to submit them. Students must aim to submit ACT score between 33 and 36. Applicants who are submitting SAT, must aim between 1500 and 1580.

Standardized test scores like ACT and SAT for undergraduate programs and GRE and GMAT for post graduate programs, are in general not mandatory for admission in Deakin University. But some programs might require these scores as programme specific requirements. The University focuses more on academic and English language requirements. But, Applicants can submit these test scores to strengthen their profile and increase the chances of their acceptance.

UPenn expects a minimum GPA of 3.9 from international applicants and ACT and SAT scores of 34 or above and 1500 or above to provide successful admission. However range provided by official is lower than expected due to high competition. Students must perform well academically throughout their schooling and college to improve their selection chances. They must also work on some relevant extracurricular activities.

For taking admission in undergraduate programs in North Dakota State University, It is not mandatory to provide ACT or SAT scores as a part of the application. But submitting standardized test scores might help applicants having GPA less than minimum GPA required (2.75 or higher) as it strengthens their profile and increase their chances of admission. Other basic requirements for admission includes fulfilling academic criteria, meeting English language test scores requirements, and submitting mandatory documents like academic records, statement of purpose, and letters of recommendation.

The test is getting shorter. It will be about 2 hours long. The big change is that the Science section will be optional now. You can skip it if you want. The reading passages will be shorter too. It is meant to be less tiring. The digital format is also taking over.

ACT composite score ranges from 1 to 36. This score is average of your four main section scores: English, Math, Reading, and Science. Individual section scores also range from 1 to 36.