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UNM Score Requirements
The University of New Mexico has an average SAT score of 1020, with a range of 900 at the 25th percentile to 1160 at the 75th percentile. The average ACT score is 23, with 25th and 75th percentiles at 19 and 26, respectively. For GPA, the unweighted average is 3.38, with a 25th percentile of 3.06 and a 75th percentile of 3.83. English language requirements include an average TOEFL score of 68 and an average IELTS score of 6.0; both have minimum scores of 68 and 6.0, respectively. Duolingo test-takers should aim for an average score of 95, which is also the minimum requirement.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
The University of New Mexico reports an unweighted average GPA of 3.38 for admitted undergraduates, with a 25th percentile GPA of 3.06 and a 75th percentile GPA of 3.83. Data regarding weighted GPAs, including average, 25th, and 75th percentiles, is not disclosed.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
900-1160
Average: 1020
Submitting SAT: 48%
Math: 430-570
Reading: 460-600
The University of New Mexico has an average SAT score of 1020, with a 25th percentile score of 900 and a 75th percentile score of 1160. For the math component, the 25th percentile is 430 and the 75th percentile is 570, while in the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW) component, the 25th percentile is 460 and the 75th percentile is 600. Approximately 48% of students submit SAT scores as part of their application.
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19-26
Average: 23
Submitting ACT: 8%
Math: 17-25
English: 17-26
Reading: -
Science: -
The University of New Mexico's average ACT score is 23, with a 25th percentile score of 19 and a 75th percentile score of 26. In terms of specific components, the 25th percentile for math is 17 and the 75th percentile is 25, while for English, the 25th percentile is 17 and the 75th percentile is 26. The university reports that 8% of students submit ACT scores. Additional percentiles for reading and science are not disclosed.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
68-68
Average: 68
Minimum: 68
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
The University of New Mexico requires a minimum TOEFL score of 68 for undergraduate admissions. The average score is also 68, with both the 25th and 75th percentiles at 68. Component scores for listening, reading, speaking, and writing are not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
The University of New Mexico allows superscoring for undergraduate admissions, which means they consider the highest section scores across multiple test dates when evaluating applicants. This approach can benefit students who may excel in different sections of standardized tests taken at different times. By focusing on a composite score that reflects a student’s best performance, it provides a more favorable assessment of applicants.
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Self-Reporting Allowed
The University of New Mexico is a test-optional institution, allowing applicants the choice to submit standardized test scores. Additionally, it permits self-reporting of scores, meaning students can indicate their test results without needing to submit official documents initially. Currently, 48% of applicants choose to submit SAT scores while 8% submit ACT scores, with the total exceeding 100% as some students provide both scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
25-33
Average: 29
The University of New Mexico has an average IB score of 29, with the 25th percentile at 25 and the 75th percentile reaching 33. For recommended subjects, higher level (HL) courses include Biology, Chemistry, and Math AA, while standard level (SL) subjects are English B and Psychology.
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