Does Penn Superscore?

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

SAT superscore

Yes

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

ACT superscore

Yes

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

SAT/ACT requiredMid-50% SAT: 15001570

Figure out your own number first: SAT/ACT superscore calculator

Common questions

Does Penn superscore the SAT?

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

Does Penn superscore the ACT?

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

Does Penn require the SAT or ACT?

Penn requires SAT or ACT scores for the 2026–27 admissions cycle.

Verified against published 2026–27 policies. Testing policies change. Always confirm on Penn's admissions site before you apply.

Scores in shape? Get paid for them.

Merit scholarships use the same scores you're sending Penn, and many have flat SAT/ACT cutoffs. Award Scholar matches you with scholarships you actually qualify for and writes the essays. It's free.

Find my scholarships

Other schools

Your scores could be worth thousands

See every merit scholarship you qualify for, essays included.