With effect for applicants for fall 2019, UNE will not require submission of ACT/SAT scores to apply for undergraduate admission with the following exceptions:

• Applicants for the Nursing program
• Applicants for Medical Biology/Pre-Dental Medicine 3+4 or Medical Biology/Pre-Medicine 3+4 D.O.
• Homeschooled applicants
• International applicants
• Applicants with unweighted GPAs less than 2.5 (on 4.0 scale)
• Applicants with narrative or non-letter grade transcripts

The above applicants are required to submit official standardized test scores as part of their application to UNE. Students applying for spring 2019 are required to submit their standardized test scores.

FAQs

Q: How do I let UNE know I want to include my test scores as part of my application for admission?
A: There is a question on the UNE application and the Common Application asking you to select your "preferred testing plan." The question reads: “UNE does not require submission of ACT/SAT scores to apply for admission with the exception of applicants applying to the Nursing Program, Medical Biology 3+4 programs, home schooled applicants, and International applicants. You can submit your scores if you choose to. Do you plan to submit your ACT/SAT test scores?”

If you intend to submit your test scores select the following answer:

• “Yes, I would like my SAT/ACT scores to be considered as part of my application. I understand that my application will not be reviewed until official test scores are received.”

If you do not intend to submit your test scores select the following answer:

• “No, I do not want my SAT/ACT scores to be considered as part of my application.”

Q: Are there additional requirements if I chose not to share my standardized test scores?
A: There are no additional admission requirements for applicants choosing not to submit their test scores. However, UNE will ask that test-optional students who decide to enroll at UNE provide their standardized test scores prior to their enrollment.

Q: What if my SAT/ACT scores have already been sent to UNE?
A: If, on your application, you answer the "preferred testing plan" question stating you do not wish to have your SAT/ACT scores considered as part of your application, they will not be considered as part of your application review.

Q: Can I change my mind after I submit my application?
A: Once your application is submitted you cannot change whether you are applying test-optional or submitting your standardized test scores.

Q: How do I know if I should submit my SAT/ACT scores?
A: The choice to submit or not submit your SAT/ACT scores is yours. Answering the following questions may be helpful in making your decision: 

• How do I feel about my test score results?
• Do they accurately reflect my academic abilities or not?
• Does my high school GPA more accurately reflect my academic abilities?