University of Washington SAT & ACT Scores
The middle 50% of admitted students scored 1320–1500 on the SAT and 30–34 on the ACT.
Admitted-student score ranges
Each bar shows the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students. Aim for the upper end to be comfortably competitive.
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 1320 and 1500 on the SAT total.
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 30 and 34 on the ACT composite.
| Test | 25th percentile | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT total | 1320 | 1500 |
| ACT composite | 30 | 34 |
What the “middle 50%” actually means
These are not cutoffs. The 25th percentile (1320 SAT / 30 ACT) means a quarter of admitted students scored at or below it, and the 75th percentile (1500 SAT / 34 ACT) means a quarter scored at or above it. Half of admitted students land inside the range — and students are admitted both below and above it every year, because scores are only one part of the application.
University of Washington is test-optional
University of Washington does not require an SAT or ACT score, but will consider one if you submit it. Because the range below reflects students who chose to submit, a score at or above the 25th percentile (1320 SAT / 30 ACT) generally strengthens your application — while a lower score is usually better left off.
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Similar Colleges by SAT Range
Colleges whose admitted-student SAT range is closest to University of Washington's (1320–1500).
Rutgers University–New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Madison, WI
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA
Ranked by closeness to University of Washington’s SAT range, not by prestige or selectivity.
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Score ranges describe the middle 50% of University of Washington’s admitted students (Fall 2025 entering class (CDS 2025–2026)); they are not admission cutoffs or guarantees. UW (Seattle) is test-optional and reviews applications holistically; scores are a minor factor when submitted. Figures are compiled from official Common Data Set and college sources and may differ slightly from the most recent cycle — always confirm with University of Washington’s admissions office.