Does Reed Superscore?
Reed College's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
N/AReed doesn't consider SAT scores at all, so superscoring doesn't apply.
ACT superscore
N/AReed doesn't consider ACT scores at all, so superscoring doesn't apply.
Because Reed does not evaluate SAT or ACT results for first-year admission, it does not create an admission superscore from multiple test dates.
Source: Reed First-Year Applicants (checked August 3, 2026)
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Common questions
Does Reed superscore the SAT?
Reed doesn't consider SAT scores at all, so superscoring doesn't apply.
Does Reed superscore the ACT?
Reed doesn't consider ACT scores at all, so superscoring doesn't apply.
Does Reed require the SAT or ACT?
Reed allows first-year applicants to list self-reported SAT or ACT scores if available, but states that neither exam is used in its admission evaluation. Because Reed does not evaluate SAT or ACT results for first-year admission, it does not create an admission superscore from multiple test dates.
Verified against published 2026–27 policies. Testing policies change. Always confirm with Reed before you apply.
Test-free doesn't mean scholarship-free.
Reed does not use SAT or ACT scores in its admission review. Independent scholarships set their own rules and may look at grades, activities, service, essays, or test scores. Award Scholar matches you with the ones you actually qualify for and writes the essays. It's free.