Does Missouri State Superscore?

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

SAT superscore

Yes

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

ACT superscore

Yes

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

Test-optional

Missouri State uses the higher of a student's composite score or superscore for its Presidential and Hutchens/SGA Centennial Leaders scholarships. The current award page applies that rule to both ACT and SAT qualification thresholds and publishes separate senior-year testing deadlines for the two awards.

Source: Missouri State First-Year Scholarships (checked August 2, 2026)

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Common questions

Does Missouri State superscore the SAT?

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

Does Missouri State superscore the ACT?

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

Does Missouri State require the SAT or ACT?

Missouri State lets freshman applicants apply with an ACT or SAT score or through its test-optional review using their high school GPA. Missouri State uses the higher of a student's composite score or superscore for its Presidential and Hutchens/SGA Centennial Leaders scholarships. The current award page applies that rule to both ACT and SAT qualification thresholds and publishes separate senior-year testing deadlines for the two awards.

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

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