Western Colleges for a 1070 on the SAT

What Western colleges accept a 1070 SAT score?

These Western colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1070 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 83 Western colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1070 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 Western colleges

Is a 1070 SAT good?

A score of 1070 is a little better than average. It situates you in the top 53rd percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your slightly above 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 1070 score represents 67% of the total possible points. If a 1070 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 1070

Let's examine how a 1070 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1070 is 3 points (0%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1070 is 16 points (2%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1070 is 42 points (4%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1070 is 136 points (15%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1070 is 103 points (11%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1070 is 169 points (14%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1070 is 120 points (13%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1070 is 143 points (15%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1070 is 46 points (4%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1070 is 10 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1070 SAT score?

A 1070 on the SAT translates to a 21 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 1070 SAT score?

Scoring a 1070 on the SAT places you in the 53rd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 53% 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 901,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 799,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1070 SAT Colleges

Displaying 83 colleges where your 1070 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 240 target schools (good chance), 108 reach (harder) schools and 282 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

University of Hawaii at Manoa
H
Honolulu, HI

University of Hawaii at Manoa

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Hawaii

  • 19,074enrollment
  • $13,639net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1290SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance59%

San Jose State University
S
San Jose, CA

San Jose State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Public Universities in California

  • 35,751enrollment
  • $14,219net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1240SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.35Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due Dec 15

California State University Long Beach
C
Long Beach, CA

California State University Long Beach

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in California

  • 38,973enrollment
  • $9,346net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance32%

Applications Due Nov 30

San Francisco State University
S
San Francisco, CA

San Francisco State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Public Universities in California

  • 25,282enrollment
  • $13,267net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 930-1130SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Applications Due Nov 30

Washington State University
W
Pullman, WA

Washington State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Washington

  • 27,539enrollment
  • $17,911net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Jan 31

Boise State University
B
Boise, ID

Boise State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Idaho

  • 26,115enrollment
  • $17,724net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1210SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.37Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Aug 1

California State University Fullerton
C
Fullerton, CA

California State University Fullerton

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Public Universities in California

  • 40,386enrollment
  • $7,925net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1180SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Nov 30

California State University Sacramento
C
Sacramento, CA

California State University Sacramento

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#21 Best Public Universities in California

  • 31,818enrollment
  • $11,596net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 930-1130SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Nov 30

University of Nevada Las Vegas
N
Las Vegas, NV

University of Nevada Las Vegas

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Nevada

  • 30,660enrollment
  • $13,159net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1220SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Jun 1

Montana State University
M
Bozeman, MT

Montana State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Montana

  • 16,681enrollment
  • $17,250net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1290SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance59%

California State University Chico
C
Chico, CA

California State University Chico

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Public Universities in California

  • 14,183enrollment
  • $15,517net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 970-1170SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Applications Due Dec 15

Utah State University
U
Logan, UT

Utah State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Utah

  • 27,943enrollment
  • $14,577net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1300SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Portland State University
P
Portland, OR

Portland State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 21,609enrollment
  • $16,273net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1250SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance91%

California State University Fresno
C
Fresno, CA

California State University Fresno

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Public Universities in California

  • 23,999enrollment
  • $7,507net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 890-1100SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.12Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Dec 15

Azusa Pacific University
A
Azusa, CA
 

Azusa Pacific University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 7,169enrollment
  • $26,666net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 980-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Jun 1

University of Northern Colorado
N
Greeley, CO

University of Northern Colorado

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 9,380enrollment
  • $18,310net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 990-1200SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Aug 1

Sonoma State University
S
Rohnert Park, CA

Sonoma State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Public Universities in California

  • 6,637enrollment
  • $15,507net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance95%

University of Colorado Colorado Springs
C
Colorado Springs, CO

University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 11,431enrollment
  • $16,990net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1215SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance81%