Does NYU Superscore?
New York University's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
Not statedNYU's current public testing guidance does not say whether it combines SAT sections across test dates. Ask Undergraduate Admissions before relying on a superscore.
ACT superscore
Not statedNYU's current public testing guidance does not say whether it recalculates an ACT composite across test dates. Ask Undergraduate Admissions before relying on a superscore.
NYU says standardized testing is optional through the 2027–28 application cycle. It accepts several kinds of scores from applicants who choose to submit testing, but its current public guidance does not specify how SAT or ACT scores from multiple sittings are combined.
Source: NYU Abu Dhabi undergraduate entry requirements (checked September 25, 2026)
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Common questions
Does NYU superscore the SAT?
NYU's current public testing guidance does not say whether it combines SAT sections across test dates. Ask Undergraduate Admissions before relying on a superscore.
Does NYU superscore the ACT?
NYU's current public testing guidance does not say whether it recalculates an ACT composite across test dates. Ask Undergraduate Admissions before relying on a superscore.
Does NYU require the SAT or ACT?
NYU is test-optional for the 2026–27 admissions cycle. Scores are considered if you submit them. NYU says standardized testing is optional through the 2027–28 application cycle. It accepts several kinds of scores from applicants who choose to submit testing, but its current public guidance does not specify how SAT or ACT scores from multiple sittings are combined.
Checked against NYU's published admissions guidance for 2026–27. Testing policies change. Confirm with NYU before you apply.
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