Does UAH Superscore?

The University of Alabama in Huntsville's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.

SAT superscore

Yes

Yes. UAH superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.

ACT superscore

Yes

Yes. UAH superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.

Test-optional through fall 2027

UAH bases 2026-27 in-state freshman academic awards on high school GPA, residency, and an ACT or SAT superscore. Updated scores received after May 15, 2026 do not qualify for a scholarship upgrade, and ACT Science is excluded from that cycle's admission and scholarship calculations.

Source: UAH Freshman Academic Scholarships (checked August 2, 2026)

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Common questions

Does UAH superscore the SAT?

Yes. UAH superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.

Does UAH superscore the ACT?

Yes. UAH superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.

Does UAH require the SAT or ACT?

UAH does not require first-year applicants to submit an ACT or SAT score for the Fall 2026 through Fall 2027 entry terms. Its scholarship table also includes a test-optional award path. UAH bases 2026-27 in-state freshman academic awards on high school GPA, residency, and an ACT or SAT superscore. Updated scores received after May 15, 2026 do not qualify for a scholarship upgrade, and ACT Science is excluded from that cycle's admission and scholarship calculations.

Verified against published 2026–27 policies. Testing policies change. Always confirm with UAH before you apply.

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