Does Davidson Superscore?

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

SAT superscore

Yes

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

ACT superscore

Yes

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

Test-optional

Davidson's permanent test-optional policy leaves score submission entirely to the applicant. When scores are included, the college combines the highest individual SAT or ACT subsections from two or more test dates.

Source: Davidson College Admission (checked August 2, 2026)

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Common questions

Does Davidson superscore the SAT?

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

Does Davidson superscore the ACT?

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

Does Davidson require the SAT or ACT?

Davidson is test-optional for the 2026–27 admissions cycle. Scores are considered if you submit them. Davidson's permanent test-optional policy leaves score submission entirely to the applicant. When scores are included, the college combines the highest individual SAT or ACT subsections from two or more test dates.

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

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