Does San Francisco State Superscore?
San Francisco State University's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
N/ASan Francisco State doesn't consider SAT scores at all, so superscoring doesn't apply.
ACT superscore
N/ASan Francisco State doesn't consider ACT scores at all, so superscoring doesn't apply.
San Francisco State does not use SAT or ACT exams when deciding first-year admission, so neither test is superscored. Applicants may still report scores, but SF State limits their use to course placement after admission.
Source: San Francisco State University Admissions (checked August 2, 2026)
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Common questions
Does San Francisco State superscore the SAT?
San Francisco State doesn't consider SAT scores at all, so superscoring doesn't apply.
Does San Francisco State superscore the ACT?
San Francisco State doesn't consider ACT scores at all, so superscoring doesn't apply.
Does San Francisco State require the SAT or ACT?
San Francisco State doesn't consider standardized test scores in admissions. San Francisco State does not use SAT or ACT exams when deciding first-year admission, so neither test is superscored. Applicants may still report scores, but SF State limits their use to course placement after admission.
Verified against published 2026–27 policies. Testing policies change. Always confirm with San Francisco State before you apply.
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