Does Grinnell Superscore?
Grinnell College's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
YesYes. Grinnell superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
ACT superscore
YesYes. Grinnell superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Grinnell lets first-year applicants choose whether to submit SAT or ACT results. When scores are included, admissions considers the best superscored SAT math and reading and writing results and the best superscored ACT composite; ACT science is not required.
Source: Grinnell College Admission (checked August 2, 2026)
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Common questions
Does Grinnell superscore the SAT?
Yes. Grinnell superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
Does Grinnell superscore the ACT?
Yes. Grinnell superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Does Grinnell require the SAT or ACT?
Grinnell is test-optional for the 2026–27 admissions cycle. Scores are considered if you submit them. Grinnell lets first-year applicants choose whether to submit SAT or ACT results. When scores are included, admissions considers the best superscored SAT math and reading and writing results and the best superscored ACT composite; ACT science is not required.
Verified against published 2026–27 policies. Testing policies change. Always confirm with Grinnell before you apply.
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