Auburn University strongly encourages all applicants to submit official ACT or SAT scores. For Fall 2026 admission only, a very limited number of exceptionally qualified applicants with at least a 3.6 GPA may be considered without test scores. The average GPA for students admitted without a test score was 4.2. However, submitting test scores significantly strengthens your application and is the preferred path for admission consideration.

Auburn University performs a comprehensive review of each candidate's application, enabling us to see the whole student and welcome talented students with promise and potential for academic success. Once you've submitted your application, you may request to update your information only if we have not made an admissions decision. Once you receive an admissions decision, your test-optional choice is confirmed and cannot be changed.

Beginning Fall 2027, all first-year applicants will be required to submit ACT or SAT scores.

*Students who apply without test scores will have significantly limited admissions, Honors College, and scholarship opportunities. Less than 5% of the applicant pool will be considered under the test-optional pathway.

For more information on which scholarships require a standardized test score, please visit First-Year Student Scholarships.

How to Apply as Test-Optional

  1. Apply online

    • Submit the Admission Application

    • Pay the $50 application fee or fee waiver, if eligible.

  2. Send required materials

    • Upload a copy of your high school transcript during the application.

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Students Ineligible to Apply as Test-Optional

Applicants with less than a 3.6 GPA are ineligible to apply as test-optional.

Submitting scores after applying

Providing a test score helps us place you in the right courses and maximizes your opportunity for scholarships at Auburn University. In some cases, it also could improve your ability to gain admission.

If you choose a test-optional review because you haven’t had the opportunity to take the ACT or SAT yet, you can submit a test score after you apply. All scores must be received by Auburn University by January 10. 

 

For information and questions on the test-optional application, check out our FAQ.

Test Optional FAQ