Colleges for a 1030 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1030 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1030 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 648 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1030 SAT score. However, it's crucial to remember that a good SAT score is not the sole criterion for admission. In fact, may colleges are now test optional. It's equally significant to maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) that aligns with the college's expectations for incoming students. The creation of this list is rooted in a comprehensive analysis of SAT scores from students admitted to all U.S. colleges

Is a 1030 SAT bad?

A score of 1030 is about average. It situates you in the bottom 45th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your about average performance in answering questions in the Math and Evidence-Based Reading & Writing sections of the exam. The SAT is scored out of a maximum of 1600 and a minimum of 400, meaning your 1030 score represents 64% of the total possible points. If a 1030 does not meet the requirements of your preferred college, you might want to consider enrolling in a test prep course to potentially enhance your score.

Demographic comparisons for a 1030

Let's examine how a 1030 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1030 is 37 points (3%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1030 is 24 points (2%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1030 is 82 points (7%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1030 is 96 points (10%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1030 is 63 points (7%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1030 is 209 points (17%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1030 is 80 points (8%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1030 is 103 points (11%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1030 is 86 points (8%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1030 is 30 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1030 SAT score?

A 1030 on the SAT translates to a 20 on the ACT according to the concordance provided by the College Board and ACT. It's important to note that not all colleges disclose admission data for both the SAT and ACT. As such, we recommend checking our listings for each test to identify schools with similar academic profiles.

What percentile is a 1030 SAT score?

Scoring a 1030 on the SAT places you in the 45th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 45% of all test takers. To put this in perspective, about 1.7 million students sit for the SAT each year. Thus, with your score, you've outperformed about 765,000 students with only 935,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 648 colleges where your 1030 SAT score is within the typical range of past accepted students. You have a chance at being accepted but admission may be challenging at more selective colleges. Hint: Filter by admission chance for 1,902 target schools (good chance), 1,122 reach (harder) schools and 1,392 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Morgan State University
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HBCU
Baltimore, MD

Morgan State University

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 9,101enrollment
  • $13,956net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 880-1060SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance90%

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Georgia Southern University
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Statesboro, GA

Georgia Southern University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 25,481enrollment
  • $15,352net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 980-1150SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due May 1

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University of Memphis
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Memphis, TN

University of Memphis

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 21,917enrollment
  • $13,873net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 930-1230SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Jul 1

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Alabama State University
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HBCU
Montgomery, AL

Alabama State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 3,828enrollment
  • $13,176net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 828-1041SAT range
  • 16-20ACT range
  • 2.95Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Jul 31

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The University of Texas at Arlington
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Arlington, TX

The University of Texas at Arlington

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 43,946enrollment
  • $14,262net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.43Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance72%

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Western Carolina University
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Cullowhee, NC

Western Carolina University

Public 4 Year

10 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 11,635enrollment
  • $13,022net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance76%

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North Carolina A & T State University
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HBCU
Greensboro, NC

North Carolina A & T State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#15 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 13,487enrollment
  • $9,189net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 960-1140SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance52%

Applications Due Jun 1

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Sam Houston State University
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Huntsville, TX

Sam Houston State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 21,480enrollment
  • $13,632net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 960-1140SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.25Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance83%

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The University of Texas at San Antonio
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San Antonio, TX

The University of Texas at San Antonio

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

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#21 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 34,393enrollment
  • $12,664net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1220SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance80%

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Illinois State University
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Normal, IL

Illinois State University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 20,683enrollment
  • $20,551net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1210SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance80%

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Virginia Commonwealth University
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Richmond, VA

Virginia Commonwealth University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 28,082enrollment
  • $21,294net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1290SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Jan 18

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University of North Florida
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Jacksonville, FL

University of North Florida

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

 

#6 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 16,406enrollment
  • $11,338net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1210SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.89Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance59%

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University of Nevada Las Vegas
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Las Vegas, NV

University of Nevada Las Vegas

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Nevada

  • 30,660enrollment
  • $13,159net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1220SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Jun 1

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California State University Chico
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Chico, CA

California State University Chico

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

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#15 Best Public Universities in California

  • 14,183enrollment
  • $15,517net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 970-1170SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Dec 15

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Central Michigan University
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Mount Pleasant, MI

Central Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 14,557enrollment
  • $15,605net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 980-1220SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance72%

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University of West Georgia
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Carrollton, GA
 

University of West Georgia

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

 

#6 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 11,893enrollment
  • $15,625net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 930-1140SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance80%

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University of Mississippi
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University, MS

University of Mississippi

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Mississippi

  • 22,300enrollment
  • $14,289net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1220SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance94%

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Kean University
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Union, NJ

Kean University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

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#11 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 12,884enrollment
  • $10,747net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 900-1160SAT range
  • 16-25ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1030 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Aug 15

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FAQs

Is a 1030 a good SAT score?

A score of 1030 is about average. The score puts you in the bottom 45th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1030 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1030 SAT score?

East Carolina University, Texas State University and Georgia State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1030 SAT score.

What percentile is 1030 on the SAT?

A 1030 ranks in the bottom 45th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1030 SAT?

A 1030 converts to a 20 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 20 ACT score.