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University of Edinburgh SAT admission requirements

Edinburgh lists SAT 1290 with RW 650 and Math 620 plus two APs at grade 4+ as a minimum test combination. Required subjects and special professional-course requirements still apply.

SAT accepted with other qualificationsEvidence reviewed September 30, 2026
Short answer

How does this university use SAT scores?

Edinburgh lists SAT 1290 with RW 650 and Math 620 plus two APs at grade 4+ as a minimum test combination. Required subjects and special professional-course requirements still apply.

Published route

SAT reference and qualification combination

Route typeSAT referenceQualification context
Example minimum standardised-test combination1290+; RW 650+, Math 620+Two AP scores at grade 4+; different subjects and required-subject conditions
No access to AP curriculum/testingUsually still requests SAT 1290 or ACT 27US transcript GPA 3.3; rigorous advanced/Honors curriculum, A/B grades and no Junior/Senior grades below C
Medicine and Veterinary MedicineUse the professional degree’s test requirementsTranscript-alternative guidance does not apply to these degrees
Before applying

Match the course and entry level

Some subjects need AP grade 5. The no-AP route needs school curriculum evidence and individual assessment; it is not blanket test optional. Edinburgh considers SAT superscores but not ACT superscores. Minimum results do not guarantee an offer.

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