A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Optional for domestic and international applicants; English proficiency results may be required; enrolling students must submit official scores. Page does not mention IB/A-level/AP.

“Standardized testing is optional for first-year and transfer applicants”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Optional for domestic and international applicants; English proficiency results may be required; enrolling students must submit official scores. Page does not mention IB/A-level/AP.

“Standardized testing is optional for first-year and transfer applicants”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Optional for domestic and international applicants; English proficiency results may be required; enrolling students must submit official scores. Page does not mention IB/A-level/AP.

“Standardized testing is optional for first-year and transfer applicants”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional; English proficiency exam still required unless waived. Page lists no IB or A-level policy.

English requirement

Non-US citizens must submit TOEFL iBT, IELTS or Duolingo. Recommended minimums: IELTS 7.5, Duolingo 130, TOEFL iBT 100 (5.0 new scale). Waived with SAT EBRW 650+ or ACT English 29+, or 3+ years at a US/majority-English-country high school.

“Boston College has adopted a test-optional policy for first-year applicants.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional; English proficiency exam still required unless waived. Page lists no IB or A-level policy.

English requirement

Non-US citizens must submit TOEFL iBT, IELTS or Duolingo. Recommended minimums: IELTS 7.5, Duolingo 130, TOEFL iBT 100 (5.0 new scale). Waived with SAT EBRW 650+ or ACT English 29+, or 3+ years at a US/majority-English-country high school.

“Boston College has adopted a test-optional policy for first-year applicants.”

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional · GCE named as an example of an exam-based curriculum: predicted results must be submitted with senior-year grades.

English requirement

TOEFL iBT 90-100 most competitive (5.0+ on new scale from 21 Jan 2026), min 20 per section; IELTS Academic 7+; Duolingo 125-135. Not accepted: IELTS Indicator, TOEFL ITP Plus, TOEFL Essentials.

“Boston University is test optional for first-year applicants”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Required / recommended subjects

Engineering: a year of calculus; IB students meet it with HL or SL Math Analysis & Approaches or HL Math Applications & Interpretations. Questrom: calculus, or precalculus plus AP Statistics (same IB math options).

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Test optional through fall 2028 / spring 2029 entry. Students in exam-based curricula (IB, GCE) must submit predicted results with senior-year grades.

English requirement

A Level

Standardised tests

Final-year IB/A-level applicants are expected to submit predicted grades; graduates submit final results. English proficiency scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, Cambridge) optional, no minimum.

Deadlines

Early Decision 1 2026-11-15 · Early Decision 2 / Regular Decision 2027-01-05

“Bowdoin has no minimum IB or A-Level score to apply.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Final-year IB/A-level applicants are expected to submit predicted grades; graduates submit final results. English proficiency scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, Cambridge) optional, no minimum.

Deadlines

Early Decision 1 2026-11-15 · Early Decision 2 / Regular Decision 2027-01-05

“Bowdoin has no minimum IB or A-Level score to apply.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Required / recommended subjects

4 years math incl. 1 year calculus; 1 year physics; 1 year chemistry; biology recommended; 4 years English; 2 years history/social sciences.

Standardised tests

AP score of 5 on Calculus AB/BC, Chemistry, Physics 1, 2 or C can substitute for the unavailable calculus/chemistry/physics course requirement (taken by application deadline).

“A score of 5 on the listed AP exams”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Required / recommended subjects

4 years math incl. 1 year calculus; 1 year physics; 1 year chemistry; biology recommended; 4 years English; 2 years history/social sciences. Calculus/chemistry/physics may be substituted only by exam scores or course challenge when school offers none (documented conflict).

Standardised tests

For fall 2026 first-years, IB Math HL 6-7, Chem SL/HL 6-7 or Physics SL/HL 6-7 (by application deadline) can substitute the calculus/chemistry/physics requirement, 'no exceptions' otherwise.

A Level

Standardised tests

Applicants preparing for GCE A-Level exams should send expected exam results.

English requirement

IELTS Academic 7.5; TOEFL iBT 102 (taken before 21 Jan 2026) or 5 overall (on/after); TOEFL Essentials 11; Duolingo 135; Cambridge 191. Scores no more than two years old.

“Scores should be no more than two years old at the time of application”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Applicants preparing for IB exams should send expected exam results. Page does not state an SAT/ACT policy.

English requirement

IELTS Academic 7.5; TOEFL iBT 102 (taken before 21 Jan 2026) or 5 overall (on/after); TOEFL Essentials 11; Duolingo 135; Cambridge 191. Scores no more than two years old.

“Scores should be no more than two years old at the time of application”

· Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

English requirement

Duolingo 115, IELTS 7, PTE Academic 61, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (from 21 Jan 2026); waived with two years of English-medium schooling, SAT EBRW 630+ or ACT English 26+.

“students whose first language is not English must submit an English language exam score”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

English requirement

Duolingo 115, IELTS 7, PTE Academic 61, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (from 21 Jan 2026); waived with two years of English-medium schooling, SAT EBRW 630+ or ACT English 26+.

“students whose first language is not English must submit an English language exam score”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Test-optional for 2026-27; required from 2027-28. A Level results needed to complete secondary school must be submitted.

“We will continue to be fully test-optional for the 2026-2027 admissions cycle.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test-optional · AP not required, no disadvantage for not submitting; Columbia finds them helpful if submitted. SAT/ACT test-optional in 2026-27, required from 2027-28.

“Advanced Placement (AP) and other optional standardized exam scores are not required by Columbia.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

A Level

Standardised tests

Test required · SAT or ACT required for first-year applicants; page does not mention IB, A-level or AP.

“First-year applicants are required to submit SAT or ACT scores when applying to Cornell.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test required · SAT or ACT required for first-year applicants; page does not mention IB, A-level or AP.

“First-year applicants are required to submit SAT or ACT scores when applying to Cornell.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test required · SAT or ACT required for first-year applicants; page does not mention IB, A-level or AP.

A Level

Standardised tests

Test required · Final or predicted A-Level scores, predictions from a school official, at least three exams encouraged, can satisfy the requirement.

English requirement

English proficiency exam required if not first language and school curriculum not taught in English for at least two years.

“Standardized testing is a required element of Dartmouth's undergraduate application.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test required · Three AP exams from different subjects can satisfy the requirement, or SAT/ACT.

“Standardized testing is a required element of Dartmouth's undergraduate application.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

US diploma (AP)2027 intake

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Test-optional 2026-2027. AP scores may be reported; Duke grants limited AP credit/placement after admission and registrar review.

“Duke University is test-optional for both first-year and transfer applicants in the 2026-2027 admissions cycle.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma2027 intake

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Test-optional for 2026-2027 cycle. Applicants may report AP and IB scores; limited credit and placement granted after admission.

English requirement

Recommended not required; expected minimums IELTS 7, Duolingo 130, PTE 70, Cambridge C1/C2 180, TOEFL 5.0 (if taken on/after Jan 21, 2026).

Deadlines

Early Decision 2026-11-02 · Regular Decision 2027-01-04

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional for 2026-27. Applicants encouraged to self-report AP scores of 3 or higher; official reports needed only on enrolling.

English requirement

Non-native speakers: SAT EBRW 700+, ACT English 30+, or four recent years of English schooling; otherwise one English test. Recommended: TOEFL iBT 100 (old scale) or 5.5+ (new), IELTS 7.5, Duolingo above 130.

“Emory is test optional for the 2026–2027 cycle.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional for 2026-27. Page gives no IB score requirements; refers to separate AP/IB credit page (https://apply.emory.edu/apply/first-year/tips/credits.html).

English requirement

Non-native speakers: SAT EBRW 700+, ACT English 30+, or four recent years of English schooling; otherwise one English test. Recommended: TOEFL iBT 100 (old scale) or 5.5+ (new), IELTS 7.5, Duolingo above 130.

“Emory is test optional for the 2026–2027 cycle.”

A Level

Standardised tests

Test required · International students must still submit SAT or ACT. English language testing recommended if the applicant did not attend an English-language high school. AP credit varies by exam and undergraduate school; page does not address IB or A-level credit.

“You must submit at least one full SAT or ACT.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test required · International students must still submit SAT or ACT. English language testing recommended if the applicant did not attend an English-language high school. AP credit varies by exam and undergraduate school; page does not address IB or A-level credit.

“You must submit at least one full SAT or ACT.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

A Level

Standardised tests

Test required · AS & A Level exams optional for admission; credit possible after enrolling with official results.

“All first-year applicants must submit at least one SAT or ACT score.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test required · IB, AP and AS & A Level exams optional for admission; credit possible after enrolment with official results. Students whose system requires final exam certificates for graduation must submit them.

AP / IB credit

Enrolled students may earn college credit from IB/AP/A-level exams; official results required.

“All first-year applicants must submit at least one SAT or ACT score.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Test required · SAT or ACT required; GCSE/A-Level actual or predicted results accepted only in exceptional cases when SAT/ACT is inaccessible.

“Harvard requires the SAT or ACT to meet its standardized testing requirement.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Required / recommended subjects

Four years of math recommended; calculus not required.

Standardised tests

Test required · SAT or ACT required; AP results accepted only in exceptional cases when SAT/ACT is inaccessible. Four years of math recommended; calculus not required.

“We recommend that applicants take four years of math courses in high school.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

A Level

Standardised tests

Test required · Applicants must submit exam results showing completion of secondary education (O- or A-level results).

“standardized testing is required to be considered for admission to Hopkins”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test required · Applicants must submit exam results showing completion of secondary education (e.g. O/A-level or IB results). Credit details are on the Krieger/Whiting external credit pages.

English requirement

Recommended (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo or Cambridge English) for applicants whose primary language is not English or who lacked 3 years of English-language school.

“standardized testing is required to be considered for admission to Hopkins”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

AP / IB credit

A-level A*/A: Mathematics = 18.01; Physics = 8.01; Geography = 3 elective units; HASS = 9 units per exam. No credit for Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science. Certificate scan to ap@mit.edu.

“A* or A earns 18.01.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

AP / IB credit

IB Higher Level only: Math HL 7 = 18.01; Physics HL 7 = 8.01; HASS HL 7 = 9 elective units per exam. No credit for Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science or SL/AS exams.

“No credit is given for the IB Biology exam.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional · If A-Level results are proof of graduation, an original or certified copy is needed; final or predicted grades highly recommended.

English requirement

No minimums; middle 50% of admitted: IELTS 7.5-8.0, Duolingo 130-140, TOEFL iBT 102-110 (5.0-5.5 on new scale from 21 Jan 2026), PTE 79-86, C1/C2 195-202. Waiver possible e.g. IB English A 5+ or English B HL 6+, A-level English B+.

AP / IB credit

Up to 32 credits for qualifying exams incl. IB and A-Level.

“Northeastern University is test-optional”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Official IB transcript/results must be sent electronically by the IBO; predicted grades or final results highly recommended. Up to 32 credits for qualifying IB/A-level exams.

English requirement

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional · A-levels not mentioned on the page; general policy is test-optional.

English requirement

Applicants whose first language is not English and whose courses were not taught in English must submit TOEFL iBT, IELTS or Duolingo English Test.

“test-optional and does not require ACT or SAT scores”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test-optional · AP results optional; SAT/ACT also optional.

English requirement

Applicants whose first language is not English and whose courses were not taught in English must submit TOEFL iBT, IELTS or Duolingo English Test.

“test-optional and does not require ACT or SAT scores”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

English requirement

Accepted proof includes GCSE/GCE English language grade A, B or C; Duolingo 120, IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 80 (before 21 Jan 2026) or 4.5 (after).

“Applicants whose native language is not English must submit proof of English language proficiency.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

English requirement

Accepted proof includes IB English A score of 5 or higher; Duolingo 120, IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 80 (before 21 Jan 2026) or 4.5 (after).

“Applicants whose native language is not English must submit proof of English language proficiency.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Test scores optional; applicants whose language of instruction is not English must submit TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo (minimums shown on page are unclear; check FAQs). Page does not mention IB/A-level.

“are subject to the same application deadlines”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional

English requirement

Non-native speakers: 2 years full-time English-language study OR TOEFL 100 (before 21 Jan 2026; 5.0 on new iBT scale after) / IELTS 7 / Cambridge C1-C2 185 / Duolingo 130.

AP / IB credit

Grade A or B on certain international exams incl. A-Levels may receive transfer credit.

“A-Levels are one of the listed exams”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Required / recommended subjects

16 credits: English 4, social studies 2, math 3, lab science 2, foreign language 2, 3 additional; science/engineering also need trig or precalculus plus chemistry and physics.

Standardised tests

Test-optional

English requirement

A Level

Standardised tests

Test required · ACT or SAT required. British-system students need a school official to send GCSE results and predicted A-Level marks.

“ACT or SAT scores are required.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test required · ACT or SAT required. AP exams not mandatory, but all AP scores (including self-studied) must be self-reported.

“required to self-report all your AP scores in your application”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test required · ACT or SAT required; no preferred exam; English proficiency tests cannot substitute. IB students outside the US need a school official to send predicted IB marks.

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test-optional · AP scores optional; cannot be suppressed if submitted. SAT superscored; ACT highest single-date composite.

“Submitting SAT or ACT scores is optional”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional. IB Diploma graduates must submit their official IB score; AP/IB scores cannot be suppressed once submitted.

English requirement

Applicants educated mostly in a non-English curriculum are encouraged to submit TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo results.

“we require your official IB score”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional

English requirement

TOEFL iBT 80 (before 21 Jan 2026) or 4.5 overall with 4.0 per section (after); IELTS Academic 6.0; SAT EBRW 560; ACT English 21; tests dated within two years.

Deadlines

Fall freshman (College Station) 2026-12-01

“Texas A&M University is test optional”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test-optional

English requirement

TOEFL iBT 80 (before 21 Jan 2026) or 4.5 overall with 4.0 per section (after); IELTS Academic 6.0; SAT EBRW 560; ACT English 21; tests dated within two years.

Deadlines

Fall freshman (College Station) 2026-12-01

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional; credentials such as IB and GCE A-levels are evaluated within the context of the national academic system. No specific IB/A-level policy stated.

English requirement

Required unless 3+ years at an English-primary secondary school. Accepted TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo; recommended minimums: TOEFL iBT 100 (5.0+ for exams from 21 Jan 2026), IELTS 7, PTE 68, Duolingo 130. No superscoring.

“Tufts is test-optional.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test-optional · SAT/ACT optional; credentials such as IB and GCE A-levels are evaluated within the context of the national academic system. No specific IB/A-level policy stated.

English requirement

Required unless 3+ years at an English-primary secondary school. Accepted TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo; recommended minimums: TOEFL iBT 100 (5.0+ for exams from 21 Jan 2026), IELTS 7, PTE 68, Duolingo 130. No superscoring.

“Tufts is test-optional.”

A Level2027 intake

Standardised tests

Test-optional

English requirement

English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, Cambridge C1/C2) required for non-native speakers.

AP / IB credit

AP, IB and A Level credit can satisfy requirements only in Formal Reasoning and Foreign Language; other credit counts as open electives. IB credit only for higher-level exams.

“The submission of SAT or ACT scores will remain optional for Fall 2027 first-year”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)2027 intake

Standardised tests

Test-optional

English requirement

IB Diploma

English requirement

Applicants educated where English is not the language of instruction: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (from January 2026), Duolingo 115.

AP / IB credit

IB diploma with score 30+: 6 quarter units plus units per HL exam; HL exams scored 5-7 earn 8 quarter units each.

“UC awards students who complete the IB diploma with a score of 30 or above.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Test required · Per Florida BOG regulation 6.002. Non-US coursework requires unofficial transcripts (4 full years) and a course-by-course NACES credential evaluation with GPA calculation; non-English transcripts need certified translation. Page does not mention IB/A-level or English tests.

“all first-year students must submit an ACT, CLT or SAT test”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test required · Per Florida BOG regulation 6.002. Non-US coursework requires unofficial transcripts (4 full years) and a course-by-course NACES credential evaluation with GPA calculation; non-English transcripts need certified translation. Page does not mention IB/A-level or English tests.

“all first-year students must submit an ACT, CLT or SAT test”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Page gives no specific IB or A-level requirements; links to separate IB and GCSE-GCE application help pages.

English requirement

English test required unless English was the language of instruction for Grades 10-12: TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, ACT or SAT (cannot be waived). Scores within two years of entry term; TOEFL code 1836.

“cannot be waived”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Page gives no specific IB or A-level requirements; links to separate IB and GCSE-GCE application help pages.

English requirement

English test required unless English was the language of instruction for Grades 10-12: TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, ACT or SAT (cannot be waived). Scores within two years of entry term; TOEFL code 1836.

“cannot be waived”

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Page does not state whether IB/A-level results count toward English proficiency.

English requirement

UMD passing scores: Duolingo 120, IELTS 7, TOEFL 5 (1-6 scale) or 95 (0-120). Waiver may be considered e.g. 4 years at a US high school without ESL, or first language English with degree from a listed English-speaking country.

“Scores must be official and less than two years old.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

Other

Standardised tests

Test-flexible · International applicants who want an ACT/SAT score considered self-report it; those who do not want it considered say so on the application.

Deadlines

Early Action 2026-11-01

“Early Action—Nov. 1”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-flexible · No SAT/ACT needed with weighted GPA 2.8+; below 2.8 requires ACT 17+/SAT 930+. For Cambridge-type systems, A-level or external exam grades are considered for the GPA check. Applicants must complete the pre-university curriculum (e.g. A Levels, Baccalaureate).

English requirement

Accepted: TOEFL (code C182), IELTS, Duolingo, Cambridge C1/C2. Typical strong-applicant scores (not minimums): TOEFL 100 (5+ on exams from 21 Jan 2026), IELTS Academic 7.5, Duolingo 130, Cambridge C1 185.

Deadlines

Early Action application 2026-10-15 · Early Action supporting materials 2026-11-07 · Regular Decision application 2027-01-15 · Regular Decision supporting materials 2027-02-15

“You must complete your country's pre-university curriculum before enrolling”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test-flexible · No SAT/ACT needed with weighted GPA 2.8+; below 2.8 requires ACT 17+/SAT 930+. For Cambridge-type systems, A-level or external exam grades are considered for the GPA check. Applicants must complete the pre-university curriculum (e.g. A Levels, Baccalaureate).

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Predicted CGE Advanced Levels (at least three subjects) can replace SAT/ACT for students educated outside the US. British-curriculum students submit GCSE/IGCSE results and predicted A-levels.

English requirement

Required if first language is not English: TOEFL iBT 100 (min Speaking 25) before Feb 2026 scoring / 5.5 avg updated scoring; IELTS 7.5; Duolingo 125. Waived with SAT EBRW 650+ or ACT English/Reading 26+.

Deadlines

Restrictive Early Action 2026-11-01 · Regular Decision 2027-01-04

“Predicted results from the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Test-optional through 2026-27 cycle; SAT/ACT required for fall 2028 entrants. Predicted IBDP results can replace SAT/ACT for students who completed secondary education outside the US.

Other2027 intake

Deadlines

Early Decision 2026-11-01 · Regular Decision 2027-01-05

“Regular Decision Deadline: January 5, 2027.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-flexible · AS and A-Level exams accepted in place of SAT/ACT (three to four preferred); UK GCE Advanced Level is on the country list of qualifying national exams. English testing (TOEFL or IELTS) still required for some international students.

“Applicants choosing not to submit standardized tests will not be at a disadvantage.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test-flexible · IB results can be submitted in place of SAT/ACT; submit a signed, dated letter of predicted scores from the IB coordinator (estimates less than one year ahead). English testing (TOEFL or IELTS) still required for some international students.

“Applicants choosing not to submit standardized tests will not be at a disadvantage.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Published offer conditions

I/GCSE results plus predicted A-Level results (and EPQs); competitive applicants typically predicted B or higher in at least three A-Level exams. No subject requirements for A-Level entry. Final A-Level results must be verified once released.

“Competitive applicants typically have predicted grades of B or higher”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Page does not address SAT/ACT or English tests.

Published offer conditions

Full IB Diploma with scores of 5 to 7 on all HL and SL exams; predicted grades should be included with the transcript.

“typically expected to complete the full IB Diploma Programme”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Page does not mention IB or A-level policies or an SAT/ACT policy.

English requirement

TOEFL 79 (120 scale) / 4 (6-point scale), IELTS Academic 6.5, Duolingo 115. Exempt: sole-official-English countries (e.g. Australia, Canada excl. Quebec, India, Ireland, Nigeria, Singapore, UK) or 3+ years at a US/qualifying-country high school.

“cannot accept institutional TOEFL (ITP) scores”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Page does not mention IB or A-level policies or an SAT/ACT policy.

English requirement

TOEFL 79 (120 scale) / 4 (6-point scale), IELTS Academic 6.5, Duolingo 115. Exempt: sole-official-English countries (e.g. Australia, Canada excl. Quebec, India, Ireland, Nigeria, Singapore, UK) or 3+ years at a US/qualifying-country high school.

“cannot accept institutional TOEFL (ITP) scores”

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

An IB score of 5 equals an average grade of B for the alternative route.

English requirement

International first-year applicants: TOEFL iBT 76 (before 21 Jan 2026) / 4.0 (from 21 Jan 2026), IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 110; exempt if primary and secondary education in AU, CA (English provinces), UK, IE, NZ or US. Alternative: SAT EBRW 580+/ACT English 22+ plus B average in English courses. Exams by 31 December of application year.

“TOEFL iBT (effective Jan. 21, 2026)”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Final A-Level results submitted after admission (instructions emailed in May). Students who took IGCSE/O-Levels before IB must submit an official results certificate.

English requirement

TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo required unless English was the primary language of instruction in all 4 years of secondary school. Minimums: DET 115, IELTS Academic 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80 (test date on/before 20 Jan 2026); no superscoring; scores no older than two years.

“Competitive applicants will have completed at least three A-Level Examinations.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

IB HL English, ACT, SAT cannot waive the English requirement. Applicants without the diploma must show an alternate accredited secondary credential. Official IB transcript required from IBO on admission.

English requirement

TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo required unless English was the primary language of instruction in all 4 years of secondary school. Minimums: DET 115, IELTS Academic 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80 (test date on/before 20 Jan 2026); no superscoring; scores no older than two years.

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Test-optional for fall 2027 and 2028 entry; ACT/SAT required from fall 2029. Covers first-year and international applicants. Page does not mention IB or A-level.

English requirement

International applicants must show English proficiency; waived with ACT English above 26 or SAT EBRW above 630.

“Vanderbilt University will continue its test-optional policy”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Self-reported AP scores 'may be considered'. ACT/SAT optional for fall 2027 and 2028, required from fall 2029.

English requirement

International applicants must show English proficiency; waived with ACT English above 26 or SAT EBRW above 630.

“Vanderbilt University will continue its test-optional policy”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional · English test (TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo) required if English is not the first language; waived if English was main language of instruction for 3+ years. Page does not mention IB/A-level.

Deadlines

Early Decision I 2026-11-15 · Early Decision II 2027-01-01 · Regular Decision 2027-01-01

“Wake Forest does not require applicants to submit an SAT or ACT score.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test-optional · English test (TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo) required if English is not the first language; waived if English was main language of instruction for 3+ years. Page does not mention IB/A-level.

Deadlines

Early Decision I 2026-11-15 · Early Decision II 2027-01-01 · Regular Decision 2027-01-01

“Wake Forest does not require applicants to submit an SAT or ACT score.”

· Checked 6 Nov 2026

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Applicants must submit certified copies of academic diplomas and government exam certificates (incl. GCSE/'A' level); exam certificates cannot replace tests. English tests optional (TOEFL, Duolingo, IELTS, Cambridge, InitialView, Vericant); no minimums.

Deadlines

Early Decision I 2026-11-01 · Early Decision II 2027-01-05 · Regular Decision 2027-01-08

“test optional for those applying for entry in fall 2027”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test-optional · Applicants must submit certified copies of academic diplomas and government exam certificates (incl. GCSE/'A' level); exam certificates cannot replace tests. English tests optional (TOEFL, Duolingo, IELTS, Cambridge, InitialView, Vericant); no minimums.

Deadlines

Early Decision I 2026-11-01 · Early Decision II 2027-01-05 · Regular Decision 2027-01-08

“test optional for those applying for entry in fall 2027”

A Level

Standardised tests

Test-optional · International applicants follow the same procedures as US citizens; TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo results welcome but no single exam required to document English proficiency. Page does not mention IB/A-level.

“such examinations are not requirements for admission to Williams”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test-optional · International applicants follow the same procedures as US citizens; TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo results welcome but no single exam required to document English proficiency. Page does not mention IB/A-level.

“such examinations are not requirements for admission to Williams”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

A Level

Standardised tests

Test required · ACT or SAT required; scores from other exams, including international leaving exams, will not satisfy the testing requirement.

“All first-year and transfer applicants must include scores from the ACT or SAT.”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

US diploma (AP)

Standardised tests

Test required · ACT or SAT required; AP scores optional but encouraged for AP-designated coursework.

“Including AP or IB scores is not required but is encouraged”

Source · Checked 6 Nov 2026

IB Diploma

Standardised tests

Test required · ACT or SAT required; IB scores optional but encouraged; predicted IB scores may be submitted. International leaving exams do not satisfy the testing requirement.