No additional materials need to be submitted if a student chooses to apply test optional.

The review process for students who submit ACT or SAT scores and for students who do not submit scores is similar, with a student’s high school transcript being the most important part of any evaluation. Other factors that go into an admission decision at Bryant include recommendations, co-curricular activities, community involvement, writing ability, and other achievements.

Yes. If you choose to submit your scores, you are able to send us your self-reported test scores.

If you enroll at Bryant, you will need to send us your official test score. We will accept the official score from either your school counselor or the test agency.  

When you submit your application to Bryant (using the Common Application and supplements), please indicate on the supplemental section if you would like to be considered test optional.

If you’ve indicated that you’d like to apply test optional, your scores will not be considered as part of the application review.

All Bryant applicants are considered for merit scholarships at the time of review of their application. This is true for all students regardless of whether they submitted standardized test scores. Evaluation for merit scholarships is based on all elements of a student’s application, as well as the competitive nature of the applicant pool.

Certainly! Here are the qualifications you’ll need to meet.

Student-athletes can apply to the university under the test-optional policy, but they’ll additionally need to submit scores to the NCAA and to Bryant’s Compliance Office to ensure athletic eligibility.

Yes, but you are required to submit the TOEFL/IELTS.

Yes.

Yes. Homeschooled students will be required to submit test scores (SAT or ACT) as part of the application process.