Does Tennessee Superscore?
University of Tennessee, Knoxville's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
Yes. Tennessee superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
ACT superscore
Yes. Tennessee superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Tennessee superscores both tests for admission and institutional merit scholarships. For fall 2027, ACT Science is optional and counts only when it raises the superscore; self-reported scores are due January 20, 2027, and official scores by May 15, 2027.
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Common questions
Does Tennessee superscore the SAT?
Yes. Tennessee superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
Does Tennessee superscore the ACT?
Yes. Tennessee superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Does Tennessee require the SAT or ACT?
Tennessee requires an ACT or SAT score for first-year admission. For fall 2027, it considers tests taken through December 2026 for admission and institutional merit scholarships. Tennessee superscores both tests for admission and institutional merit scholarships. For fall 2027, ACT Science is optional and counts only when it raises the superscore; self-reported scores are due January 20, 2027, and official scores by May 15, 2027.
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