Does Scripps Superscore?
Scripps College's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
YesYes. Scripps superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
ACT superscore
YesYes. Scripps superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Scripps superscores the SAT or ACT across test dates when an applicant submits that exam. ACT Science is optional, and the college can still calculate an ACT composite superscore without it.
Source: Scripps First-Year Applicants (checked August 3, 2026)
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Common questions
Does Scripps superscore the SAT?
Yes. Scripps superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
Does Scripps superscore the ACT?
Yes. Scripps superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Does Scripps require the SAT or ACT?
Scripps makes SAT and ACT scores completely optional. Applicants do not need to explain why they omitted scores and are not disadvantaged in the review process. Scripps superscores the SAT or ACT across test dates when an applicant submits that exam. ACT Science is optional, and the college can still calculate an ACT composite superscore without it.
Verified against published 2026–27 policies. Testing policies change. Always confirm with Scripps before you apply.
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