Does Swarthmore Superscore?
Swarthmore College's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
Yes. Swarthmore superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
ACT superscore
No. Swarthmore considers your highest single ACT composite rather than an ACT superscore.
Swarthmore combines the highest SAT section scores across dates but uses the highest complete ACT composite from one date. Applicants may submit either exam or suppress every score under the college's test-optional policy.
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Common questions
Does Swarthmore superscore the SAT?
Yes. Swarthmore superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
Does Swarthmore superscore the ACT?
No. Swarthmore considers your highest single ACT composite rather than an ACT superscore.
Does Swarthmore require the SAT or ACT?
Swarthmore is test-optional for the 2026–27 admissions cycle. Scores are considered if you submit them. Swarthmore combines the highest SAT section scores across dates but uses the highest complete ACT composite from one date. Applicants may submit either exam or suppress every score under the college's test-optional policy.
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