Does Carnegie Mellon Superscore?
Carnegie Mellon University's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
YesYes. Carnegie Mellon superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
ACT superscore
NoNo. Carnegie Mellon considers your highest single ACT composite rather than an ACT superscore.
Carnegie Mellon superscores submitted SAT results but does not accept an ACT superscore. The test-flexible colleges accept SAT, ACT, AP, IB, A-level, or French Baccalaureate results.
Source: Carnegie Mellon standardized testing (checked September 25, 2026)
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Common questions
Does Carnegie Mellon superscore the SAT?
Yes. Carnegie Mellon superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
Does Carnegie Mellon superscore the ACT?
No. Carnegie Mellon considers your highest single ACT composite rather than an ACT superscore.
Does Carnegie Mellon require the SAT or ACT?
Carnegie Mellon's School of Computer Science requires SAT or ACT. Engineering, Dietrich, Information Systems, Mellon Science, and Tepper require a score but accept several test types. Fine Arts is test-optional. Carnegie Mellon superscores submitted SAT results but does not accept an ACT superscore. The test-flexible colleges accept SAT, ACT, AP, IB, A-level, or French Baccalaureate results.
Checked against Carnegie Mellon's published admissions guidance for 2026–27. Testing policies change. Confirm with Carnegie Mellon before you apply.
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