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Are there any minimum requirements?  \nThere are no minimum requirements for either scores of GPA. Should you decide to apply with standardized test scores other than the OAT, competitive applicants are advised reach these standards:  \n\n| GRE | • BCP (biology, chemistry, physics) GPA of 3.0\u003Cbr>• Quantitative Reasoning: 154 (50th percentile)\u003Cbr>• Verbal Reasoning: 151 (50th percentile) |\n| --- | --- |\n| MCAT | • 480-500 range |\n| DAT | • 17-19 range |\n| PCAT | • 415-430 range |\n\nDo these scores ever expire?  \nJust like the OAT, these other standardized test scores do expire. The test must be taken within the two year period prior to the opening of the admissions cycle on July 1.  \nIf I opt to take a test other than the OAT, will I be evaluated differently than someone who takes the OAT?  \nApplying with standardized test scores other than the OAT will not make you any less competitive.  \nHow do I get my official scores submitted to SCCO for evaluation?  \nFollow OptomCAS instructions to submit your GRE scores as a part of your OptomCAS application. For the DAT, MCAT, and PCAT, log onto the respective testing sites and have your official scores submitted by using the service offered, either by sending them directly to SCCO via U.S. mail or email.  \nElectronic submission [to:](to: ODAdmissions@ketchum.edu)[ ](to: ODAdmissions@ketchum.edu)[ODAdmissions@ketchum.edu](to: ODAdmissions@ketchum.edu) care of Jane Ann Munroe, OD Assistant Dean of Admissions, SCCO.  \nU.S. mail submission to: SCCO Office of Admissions  \nMarshall B. Ketchum University  \n2575 Yorba Linda Blvd  \nFullerton, CA 92831  \nREV JAM 18NOV2021","cbCairizqFurArdQ","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCairizqFurArdQ","pdf",80113,"English","# Standardized Testing Policies\n## Accepted Admissions Tests\n## Scoring Benchmarks\n## Submission and Validity Requirements","[{\"question\":\"Which standardized tests does SCCO accept besides the OAT?\",\"answer\":\"SCCO accepts the GRE, MCAT, DAT, or PCAT as alternatives to the OAT for the admissions process.\"},{\"question\":\"Do the alternative standardized test scores have an expiration date?\",\"answer\":\"Yes, these scores expire. Tests must be taken within the two-year period prior to the opening of the admissions cycle on July 1.\"},{\"question\":\"Will I be evaluated differently if I use an alternative test score instead of the OAT?\",\"answer\":\"No, applying with standardized test scores other than the OAT will not make you any less competitive in the evaluation process.\"},{\"question\":\"How are official test scores submitted to SCCO?\",\"answer\":\"GRE scores should be submitted through OptomCAS, while official DAT, MCAT, and PCAT scores can be sent directly to SCCO via email or U.S. mail as instructed.\"}]","Alternatives to the OAT Accepted by SCCO - Version 4 | PDF"]