Does Occidental Superscore?
Occidental College's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
YesYes. Occidental superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
ACT superscore
YesYes. Occidental superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Occidental is test-optional for all applicants. When scores are submitted, admissions reviews the highest result from each SAT and ACT section across sittings and asks applicants to send every score so it can identify their strongest combination.
Source: Occidental College Admission (checked August 2, 2026)
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Common questions
Does Occidental superscore the SAT?
Yes. Occidental superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
Does Occidental superscore the ACT?
Yes. Occidental superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Does Occidental require the SAT or ACT?
Occidental is test-optional for the 2026–27 admissions cycle. Scores are considered if you submit them. Occidental is test-optional for all applicants. When scores are submitted, admissions reviews the highest result from each SAT and ACT section across sittings and asks applicants to send every score so it can identify their strongest combination.
Verified against published 2026–27 policies. Testing policies change. Always confirm with Occidental before you apply.
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