Does American Superscore?
American University's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
Not statedAmerican's current first-year checklist does not explain whether it combines SAT sections across dates. Ask Undergraduate Admissions before relying on an SAT superscore.
ACT superscore
YesYes. American superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
American is test-optional and says applying without scores does not affect merit-award or Honors Program consideration. For ACT exams taken after March 2026, it superscores Math, Reading, and English across Core and Classic ACT versions; Science and Writing are considered separately when submitted. The current checklist does not publish an SAT section-combining rule.
Source: American University first-year application checklist (checked September 26, 2026)
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Common questions
Does American superscore the SAT?
American's current first-year checklist does not explain whether it combines SAT sections across dates. Ask Undergraduate Admissions before relying on an SAT superscore.
Does American superscore the ACT?
Yes. American superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Does American require the SAT or ACT?
American is test-optional for the 2026–27 admissions cycle. Scores are considered if you submit them. American is test-optional and says applying without scores does not affect merit-award or Honors Program consideration. For ACT exams taken after March 2026, it superscores Math, Reading, and English across Core and Classic ACT versions; Science and Writing are considered separately when submitted. The current checklist does not publish an SAT section-combining rule.
Checked against American's published admissions guidance for 2026–27. Testing policies change. Confirm with American before you apply.
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