Western Colleges for a 1000 on the SAT

What Western colleges accept a 1000 SAT score?

These Western 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 51 Western 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 Western 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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List of 1000 SAT Colleges

Displaying 51 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 141 target schools (good chance), 165 reach (harder) schools and 282 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

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 1000 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Nov 30

California State University Los Angeles
C
Los Angeles, CA

California State University Los Angeles

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Public Universities in California

  • 26,460enrollment
  • $5,801net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 870-1060SAT range
  • 15-20ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
Your 1000 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Jan 19

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 1000 SAT
Admission Chance52%

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 1000 SAT
Admission Chance92%

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 1000 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Jun 1

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 1000 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Dec 15

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 1000 SAT
Admission Chance87%

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 1000 SAT
Admission Chance95%

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 1000 SAT
Admission Chance80%

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 1000 SAT
Admission Chance68%

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 1000 SAT
Admission Chance92%

California State University Northridge
C
Northridge, CA

California State University Northridge

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#24 Best Public Universities in California

  • 37,579enrollment
  • $8,936net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 900-1110SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.38Avg GPA
Your 1000 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Nov 30

University of California Merced
C
Merced, CA

University of California Merced

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Public Universities in California

  • 9,103enrollment
  • $13,549net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 960-1140SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 1000 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Nov 30

California State University San Marcos
C
San Marcos, CA

California State University San Marcos

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Public Universities in California

  • 15,109enrollment
  • $10,463net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 950-1130SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.32Avg GPA
Your 1000 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Nov 30

Humboldt State University
H
Arcata, CA

Humboldt State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Public Universities in California

  • 6,025enrollment
  • $14,325net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 970-1190SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
Your 1000 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Apr 30

Brigham Young University Idaho
B
Rexburg, ID

Brigham Young University Idaho

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Idaho

  • 43,023enrollment
  • $7,899net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 990-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.34Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1000 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Feb 15

California Baptist University
C
Riverside, CA

California Baptist University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#31 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 11,495enrollment
  • $27,304net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 960-1150SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1000 SAT
Admission Chance73%

Adams State College
A
Alamosa, CO

Adams State College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 2,854enrollment
  • $13,224net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 910-1130SAT range
  • 15-26ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1000 SAT
Admission Chance99%