Does Roanoke Superscore?

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

SAT superscore

Yes

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

ACT superscore

No

No. Roanoke considers the highest single ACT test date rather than creating an ACT superscore.

Test-optional with international and homeschool exceptions

Roanoke has no preference between the SAT and ACT. When scores are submitted, it considers a superscored SAT but keeps the ACT result from the applicant's highest single test date.

Source: Roanoke Optional Application Items (checked August 3, 2026)

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Common questions

Does Roanoke superscore the SAT?

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

Does Roanoke superscore the ACT?

No. Roanoke considers the highest single ACT test date rather than creating an ACT superscore.

Does Roanoke require the SAT or ACT?

Roanoke offers a test-optional pathway, but its admissions guidance says international and homeschooled applicants still need to submit test scores. Roanoke has no preference between the SAT and ACT. When scores are submitted, it considers a superscored SAT but keeps the ACT result from the applicant's highest single test date.

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

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