Does UChicago Superscore?
University of Chicago's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
Not statedUChicago's current admissions page says to report SAT scores exactly as received and not to calculate a superscore yourself. It does not state whether the college combines SAT sections across test dates.
ACT superscore
Not statedUChicago's current admissions page says to report ACT scores exactly as received and not to calculate a superscore yourself. It does not state whether the college combines ACT sections across test dates.
UChicago is test-optional and applies its No Harm review to submitted SAT or ACT scores. Applicants may self-report scores and need not calculate their own superscore; the current page does not publish a yes/no school superscoring rule.
Source: UChicago College Admissions required materials (checked September 25, 2026)
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Common questions
Does UChicago superscore the SAT?
UChicago's current admissions page says to report SAT scores exactly as received and not to calculate a superscore yourself. It does not state whether the college combines SAT sections across test dates.
Does UChicago superscore the ACT?
UChicago's current admissions page says to report ACT scores exactly as received and not to calculate a superscore yourself. It does not state whether the college combines ACT sections across test dates.
Does UChicago require the SAT or ACT?
UChicago is test-optional for the 2026–27 admissions cycle. Scores are considered if you submit them. UChicago is test-optional and applies its No Harm review to submitted SAT or ACT scores. Applicants may self-report scores and need not calculate their own superscore; the current page does not publish a yes/no school superscoring rule.
Checked against UChicago's published admissions guidance for 2026–27. Testing policies change. Confirm with UChicago before you apply.
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