What SAT score do you need for University of Denver?
The 25th–75th percentile band shows where the middle half of admitted students score on the SAT. Numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures).
Where enrolled freshmen score
Share of University of Denver's enrolled first-time freshmen in each SAT composite range, from the school's Common Data Set.
University of Denver SAT band
25th
1,240
–
75th
1,410
Median
1,355
Higher-SAT-average school (top quartile). Admission rate: 78%.
Peer schools at this band
Chapman University, CA
25–75:1,260–1,440Median:1,357
College of the Holy Cross, MA
25–75:1,240–1,410Median:1,353
See your specific admit chance
The band above shows where admitted students scored. Run the admissions-chance tool to see what your specific score means for your chance at University of Denver.
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SAT data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures). Last updated March 7, 2026. Methodology.