I have a 32 ACT and a 1460 SAT. (730 english, 730 math) Ive taken all honors and AP classes and done well in them and am very involved in my extracurricular activities, including being the president of a club. Are my standardized test scores too low for Bowdoin?
Your stats seem to be competitive for Oberlin, Colby,and other selective LACs. But for Bowdoin, unlikely.
Your test scores are not too low for Bowdoin, they’re right in the middle and will certainly put you in the conversation. Admission is dependent on so many factors, scores being only one consideration, so it’ll depend on what else you can bring to the table and what they are looking for that particular year. The above list also provides great options.
Bowdoin is test optional though!!
@redsoxsguy2836 I wouldn’t go test optional with a 32.
Your scores are right in the middle of their acceptances and from what I’ve seen from Bowdoin, they take a much more holistic approach than most schools, hence their test optional policy. I think that you have a good chance, however, it seems like the entire college process is hit or miss. I wish you luck!