Does Minnesota Twin Cities Superscore?

University of Minnesota Twin Cities's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.

SAT superscore

Not stated

Minnesota asks applicants to report a complete SAT total and associated subscores from one test date. Its current admissions guidance does not explicitly say whether it combines SAT sections during review; do not self-calculate a superscore.

ACT superscore

No

No. Minnesota explicitly says ACT superscores are not used for admission or scholarship decisions, and an individual ACT section retake cannot create a new final score.

Test-optional

Minnesota Twin Cities does not require ACT or SAT scores for first-year admission through fall 2027. Applicants who elect score review report complete sittings, not self-calculated combinations. The university rejects ACT superscores for admission and scholarships; its public guidance does not establish a separate SAT section-combining rule.

Source: University of Minnesota Twin Cities ACT and SAT information (checked September 26, 2026)

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Common questions

Does Minnesota Twin Cities superscore the SAT?

Minnesota asks applicants to report a complete SAT total and associated subscores from one test date. Its current admissions guidance does not explicitly say whether it combines SAT sections during review; do not self-calculate a superscore.

Does Minnesota Twin Cities superscore the ACT?

No. Minnesota explicitly says ACT superscores are not used for admission or scholarship decisions, and an individual ACT section retake cannot create a new final score.

Does Minnesota Twin Cities require the SAT or ACT?

Minnesota Twin Cities is test-optional for the 2026–27 admissions cycle. Scores are considered if you submit them. Minnesota Twin Cities does not require ACT or SAT scores for first-year admission through fall 2027. Applicants who elect score review report complete sittings, not self-calculated combinations. The university rejects ACT superscores for admission and scholarships; its public guidance does not establish a separate SAT section-combining rule.

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

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