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Northern Kentucky University Score Requirements
Northern Kentucky University has an average SAT score of 1040, with a 25th percentile score of 920 and a 75th percentile score of 1130. The average ACT score is 21, with a 25th percentile of 19 and a 75th percentile of 25. For English proficiency, the average TOEFL score is 79, while the average IELTS score is 6.0 and the Duolingo average is 100. The unweighted high school GPA average is 2.39, and superscoring for standardized tests is allowed.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
Northern Kentucky University's unweighted average GPA for undergrad admissions is 2.39. The university does not disclose the 25th and 75th percentiles for unweighted GPA. Data for weighted GPA is also not available.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
920-1130
Average: 1040
Submitting SAT: 5%
Math: 458-560
Reading: 458-573
Northern Kentucky University reports an average SAT score of 1040, with a range from the 25th percentile at 920 to the 75th percentile at 1130. The math section has a 25th percentile score of 458 and a 75th percentile score of 560. For the evidence-based reading and writing (ERW) component, the 25th percentile is 458 and the 75th percentile is 573. Only 5% of students submit SAT scores as part of their application.
More DetailsACT Requirements
19-25
Average: 21
Submitting ACT: 79%
Math: 17-24
English: 18-25
Reading: -
Science: -
Northern Kentucky University has an average ACT score of 21, with a 25th percentile score of 19 and a 75th percentile score of 25. In terms of specific components, the math section shows a 25th percentile score of 17 and a 75th percentile score of 24, while the English section has a 25th percentile score of 18 and a 75th percentile score of 25. Notably, 79% of students submitted their ACT scores as part of their application. Data for the reading and science components is not disclosed.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
79-79
Average: 79
Minimum: 79
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
Northern Kentucky University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 79 for undergraduate admissions. The average TOEFL score among accepted students is also 79, with both the 25th and 75th percentiles standing at 79. The specific score ranges for the individual components—listening, reading, speaking, and writing—are not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
Northern Kentucky University allows superscoring for undergraduate admissions. Superscoring means that the university considers the highest score from each section of standardized tests across multiple test dates, which can enhance an applicant's overall score profile. This practice gives students the opportunity to showcase their best performance on tests.
More DetailsTest Optional
Self-Reporting Allowed
Northern Kentucky University is test optional for undergraduate admissions, meaning applicants are not required to submit standardized test scores for consideration. Additionally, the university allows self reporting of scores, which enables students to provide their test results without needing official documentation at the time of application. Among applicants, 5% choose to submit SAT scores, while a significant 79% submit ACT scores. The combined percentage exceeds 100% because some students submit both test scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
26-32
Average: 29
Northern Kentucky University has an average IB score of 29. The 25th percentile score is 26, while the 75th percentile score is 32. Recommended higher-level subjects include Math AA, Biology, Psychology, and Business and Management, while suggested standard-level subjects are English B and Economics.
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