Does St. Olaf Superscore?

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

SAT superscore

Yes

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

ACT superscore

Yes

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

Test-optional

St. Olaf combines the highest SAT and ACT subsection scores across test dates. Applicants who omit testing remain eligible for every merit scholarship, and the college accepts self-reported scores from students who opt into testing.

Source: St. Olaf College Admissions (checked August 2, 2026)

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Common questions

Does St. Olaf superscore the SAT?

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

Does St. Olaf superscore the ACT?

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

Does St. Olaf require the SAT or ACT?

St. Olaf is test-optional for the 2026–27 admissions cycle. Scores are considered if you submit them. St. Olaf combines the highest SAT and ACT subsection scores across test dates. Applicants who omit testing remain eligible for every merit scholarship, and the college accepts self-reported scores from students who opt into testing.

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

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