Does Lake Forest Superscore?
Lake Forest College's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
YesYes. Lake Forest superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
ACT superscore
YesYes. Lake Forest superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Lake Forest accepts both exams and takes the best subscores to compile a composite result. Applicants who enroll are later asked for scores for advising and institutional research.
Source: Lake Forest First-Year Requirements (checked August 3, 2026)
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Common questions
Does Lake Forest superscore the SAT?
Yes. Lake Forest superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
Does Lake Forest superscore the ACT?
Yes. Lake Forest superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Does Lake Forest require the SAT or ACT?
Lake Forest lets first-year applicants omit SAT and ACT scores under its test-optional policy, but students using that pathway must complete a personal interview with an admission counselor. Lake Forest accepts both exams and takes the best subscores to compile a composite result. Applicants who enroll are later asked for scores for advising and institutional research.
Verified against published 2026–27 policies. Testing policies change. Always confirm with Lake Forest before you apply.
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