Colleges for a 1000 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1000 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1000 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 521 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1000 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 1000 SAT bad?

A score of 1000 is a little worse than average. It situates you in the bottom 40th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your slightly below 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 1000 score represents 62% of the total possible points. If a 1000 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 1000

Let's examine how a 1000 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1000 is 67 points (6%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1000 is 54 points (5%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1000 is 112 points (10%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1000 is 66 points (7%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1000 is 33 points (3%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1000 is 239 points (19%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1000 is 50 points (5%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1000 is 73 points (8%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1000 is 116 points (10%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1000 is 60 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1000 SAT score?

A 1000 on the SAT translates to a 19 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 1000 SAT score?

Scoring a 1000 on the SAT places you in the 40th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 40% 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 680,000 students with only 1,020,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 521 colleges where your 1000 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 1,509 target schools (good chance), 1,419 reach (harder) schools and 1,368 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Western Illinois University
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Macomb, IL

Western Illinois University

Public 4 Year

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990 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 7,643enrollment
  • $11,213net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 880-1090SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
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Admission Chance77%

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East Tennessee State University
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Johnson City, TN

East Tennessee State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 13,483enrollment
  • $14,350net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 980-1190SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.33Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance77%

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Vanguard University of Southern California
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Costa Mesa, CA
 

Vanguard University of Southern California

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#30 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 2,256enrollment
  • $24,279net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 980-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
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Admission Chance64%

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Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne
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Fort Wayne, IN

Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne

Public 4 Year

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1100 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 9,069enrollment
  • $11,951net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 980-1210SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
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Admission Chance71%

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Maryland Institute College of Art
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Baltimore, MD

Maryland Institute College of Art

Private 4 Year

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1160 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Maryland

  • 1,952enrollment
  • $43,545net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 967-1362SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
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Admission Chance70%

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University of Connecticut Stamford
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Stamford, CT

University of Connecticut Stamford

Public 4 Year

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1120 Average SAT Score

 

#5 Best Public Universities in Connecticut

  • 2,297enrollment
  • $13,933net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 990-1240SAT range
  • 18-27ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance86%

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The University of Texas at El Paso
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El Paso, TX

The University of Texas at El Paso

Public 4 Year

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980 Average SAT Score

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#28 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 23,880enrollment
  • $9,563net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 870-1090SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
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Colorado State University Pueblo
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Pueblo, CO

Colorado State University Pueblo

Public 4 Year

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1030 Average SAT Score

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#11 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 6,617enrollment
  • $13,033net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 900-1150SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
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Admission Chance99%

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Northwestern College
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Orange City, IA

Northwestern College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,651enrollment
  • $25,198net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 940-1240SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
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Admission Chance82%

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Purdue University Calumet Campus
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Hammond, IN
 

Purdue University Calumet Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 9,194enrollment
  • $10,908net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 940-1140SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.19Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance53%

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Fresno Pacific University
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Fresno, CA

Fresno Pacific University

Private 4 Year

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1110 Average SAT Score

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#28 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 3,032enrollment
  • $15,255net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 970-1240SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
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Admission Chance65%

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Barton College
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Wilson, NC
 

Barton College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

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#17 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,265enrollment
  • $23,443net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 970-1150SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
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Admission Chance93%

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La Sierra University
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Riverside, CA
 

La Sierra University

Private 4 Year

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1010 Average SAT Score

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#29 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 1,614enrollment
  • $25,076net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 880-1140SAT range
  • 18-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
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Admission Chance92%

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CUNY Lehman College
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Bronx, NY

CUNY Lehman College

Public 4 Year

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1020 Average SAT Score

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#25 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 13,015enrollment
  • $4,974net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 960-1080SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.2Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance50%

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Western Oregon University
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Monmouth, OR

Western Oregon University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

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#5 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 3,751enrollment
  • $16,754net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 985-1220SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
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Admission Chance74%

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University of Lynchburg
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Lynchburg, VA

University of Lynchburg

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 2,394enrollment
  • $23,256net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1230SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
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Admission Chance93%

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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
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East Stroudsburg, PA

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#17 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 5,143enrollment
  • $17,278net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 940-1160SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
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Admission Chance92%

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Texas A & M International University
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Laredo, TX

Texas A & M International University

Public 4 Year

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1010 Average SAT Score

 

#14 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 8,505enrollment
  • $5,383net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 910-1110SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
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Admission Chance46%

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FAQs

Is a 1000 a good SAT score?

A score of 1000 is a little worse than average. The score puts you in the bottom 40th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1000 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1000 SAT score?

Texas State University, San Francisco State University and University of North Texas are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1000 SAT score.

What percentile is 1000 on the SAT?

A 1000 ranks in the bottom 40th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1000 SAT?

A 1000 converts to a 19 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 19 ACT score.