Does Bates Superscore?
Bates College's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
Yes. Bates superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
ACT superscore
Yes. Bates superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Bates has maintained a test-optional policy since 1984. For applicants who include testing, the college automatically considers the highest SAT or ACT section scores from different test dates.
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Common questions
Does Bates superscore the SAT?
Yes. Bates superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
Does Bates superscore the ACT?
Yes. Bates superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Does Bates require the SAT or ACT?
Bates is test-optional for the 2026–27 admissions cycle. Scores are considered if you submit them. Bates has maintained a test-optional policy since 1984. For applicants who include testing, the college automatically considers the highest SAT or ACT section scores from different test dates.
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