They can be very helpful in evaluating scholarship applicants. If you attend a high school not recognized by one of the regional accrediting associations or you are home-schooled, test scores will be a very important part of your application. However, the average GPA of admitted freshmen for fall of 2000 was 3.9. The average SAT score was 1308. Achievement tests are not required, but are encouraged.
Exams earn elective credit only.
Departments may use exam scores for placement or to waive degree requirements. Freshman candidates are evaluated on the rigor of their high school course work, their grades and their scores on standardized tests. A personal resume, essays and school recommendations also play important roles. Consideration is given to class rank, honors courses, Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate work when assessing your grade point average. You will be considered individually on the merits of your academic record, personal qualities and potential for success in your field of interest.