Does Boston College Superscore?

Boston College's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.

SAT superscore

Yes

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

ACT superscore

Yes

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

Test-optional

Boston College is test-optional and combines the strongest individual SAT or ACT sections across test dates when scores are submitted.

Source: Boston College first-year application (checked September 25, 2026)

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Common questions

Does Boston College superscore the SAT?

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

Does Boston College superscore the ACT?

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

Does Boston College require the SAT or ACT?

Boston College is test-optional for the 2026–27 admissions cycle. Scores are considered if you submit them. Boston College is test-optional and combines the strongest individual SAT or ACT sections across test dates when scores are submitted.

Checked against Boston College's published admissions guidance for 2026–27. Testing policies change. Confirm with Boston College before you apply.

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