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United States Air Force Academy: SAT & ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate and Costs
United States Air Force Academy is a public four-year university in USAF Academy, Colorado, enrolling about 4,114 undergraduates. It admits roughly 14% of applicants, which makes it highly selective relative to four-year colleges nationally.
SAT and ACT scores at United States Air Force Academy
| Measure | Score |
|---|---|
| SAT 25th percentile | 1230 |
| SAT 75th percentile | 1440 |
| SAT midpoint (estimated) | 1330 |
| ACT 25th percentile | 26 |
| ACT 75th percentile | 33 |
| ACT midpoint (estimated) | 30 |
| Test policy | Required |
A quarter of enrolled students scored below 1230 and a quarter scored above 1440. Treat 1440 as the target that makes your score a clear strength in this applicant pool, and 1230 as the point below which the rest of your application has to carry more weight.
The two ranges describe the same class, so submit whichever test places you higher in its own range — an ACT 33 and an SAT 1440 are read as equivalent here.
Admissions and selectivity
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 14.1% |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 4,114 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 7:1 |
| Setting | Rural |
| Control | Public |
Cost and financial aid
| Measure | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | Not reported |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | Not reported |
| Room and board | Not reported |
| Average net price (first-year students) | Not reported |
| Students receiving Pell grants | Not reported |
| Students taking federal loans | Not reported |
| Median federal loan debt at graduation | Not reported |
Graduation and earnings outcomes
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Graduation rate (6-year) | 87.5% |
| First-year retention | 96.5% |
| Median earnings 10 years after entry | Not reported |
| Students who are first-generation | Not reported |
Most popular majors
- Engineering — 35% of bachelor's degrees
- Business & marketing — 14% of bachelor's degrees
- Social sciences — 10% of bachelor's degrees
- Multi/interdisciplinary studies — 9% of bachelor's degrees
Shares are of bachelor's degrees awarded, so a concentrated list usually signals a college known for those programs.
How your score compares
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Start a free practice test →Frequently asked questions
What SAT score do you need for United States Air Force Academy?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at United States Air Force Academy scored between 1230 and 1440 on the SAT. A score at or above 1440 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1230 the rest of your application carries more weight.
What ACT score do you need for United States Air Force Academy?
The middle 50% ACT range at United States Air Force Academy is 26 to 33. Aim for 33 to make the score a clear strength.
What is the acceptance rate at United States Air Force Academy?
United States Air Force Academy admits about 14.1% of applicants according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Does United States Air Force Academy require SAT or ACT scores?
The most recent federal data lists United States Air Force Academy's testing policy as "Required". Policies change yearly, so confirm with the admissions office for your application cycle.
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, Most-Recent-Cohorts-Institution. May 2026 release (file published 2026-05-26). Score ranges and costs are reported by the institution to the U.S. Department of Education and can lag the current admissions cycle by a year or more.
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