Standardized Testing
Standardized testing is just one optional part of your application.
SAT & ACT
All students may submit an official SAT or ACT score report. The test can be reported directly from the testing agency or self-reported on your application. If you do not want to share your SAT or ACT, that is perfectly fine because it is a completely optional component of your application. Forty-five percent of the Class of 2028 applied test-optional. Learn more about the admitted Class of 2028.
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William & Mary’s school code for the SAT is 5115 and 4344 for the ACT.
- SAT or ACT Writing is not required. A student’s writing ability is assessed through the essay(s) submitted with their application.
- For both the SAT and the ACT, we will superscore if taken multiple times. If scores from both the SAT and the ACT are submitted, we will use the examination result that is most advantageous for an applicant’s case for admission.
English Language Proficiency Exams
TOEFL or the IELTS exams are highly recommended for international students for whom English is not the first language. William & Mary's school code for the TOEFL is 5115.
Placement Exams
W&M accepts credit based on AP/IB exam scores and completion of A-Levels. Typically, a score of 4 or 5 on an AP exam or a score of 5, 6 or 7 on a Higher Level IB exam will earn a student credit and/or exemption.
If you have additional questions or seek further information regarding the awardable of credit, please contact the Office of the University Registrar.
