Colleges most likely to superscore?

Most highly selective colleges and universities now superscore SAT results, while ACT superscoring is becoming increasingly common. Top institutions like Boston University, Columbia University, Georgetown University, and all Ivy League schools superscore SAT scores. For the ACT, schools like Northeastern University, Boston College, and Georgia Institute of Technology are known for their favorable superscoring policies.

Large public universities frequently offer superscoring as well. The University of California system, Penn State, and the University of Virginia all allow superscoring for SAT scores. State flagships are increasingly adopting ACT superscoring policies too, with schools like the University of Illinois and University of Michigan leading this trend.

Liberal arts colleges have widely embraced superscoring for both tests. Schools like Amherst, Williams, and Swarthmore will consider your highest section scores across multiple test dates. Many test-optional schools that still accept scores will superscore when you submit them, giving you the most competitive application possible.

Your best approach is to directly check the admissions websites of schools you're interested in, as superscoring policies can change annually. When you find schools that superscore, you can focus on improving individual sections of the tests rather than trying to achieve your target score all in one sitting. This strategy often leads to better overall results and can significantly boost your chances of admission at schools that superscore.