Alabama Colleges for a 1010 on the SAT

What Alabama colleges accept a 1010 SAT score?

These Alabama colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1010 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 11 Alabama colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1010 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 Alabama colleges

Is a 1010 SAT bad?

A score of 1010 is a little worse than average. It situates you in the bottom 41st 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 1010 score represents 63% of the total possible points. If a 1010 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 1010

Let's examine how a 1010 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1010 is 57 points (5%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1010 is 44 points (4%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1010 is 102 points (9%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1010 is 76 points (8%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1010 is 43 points (4%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1010 is 229 points (18%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1010 is 60 points (6%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1010 is 83 points (9%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1010 is 106 points (9%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1010 is 50 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1010 SAT score?

A 1010 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 1010 SAT score?

Scoring a 1010 on the SAT places you in the 41st percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 41% 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 697,000 students with only 1,003,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1010 SAT Colleges

Displaying 11 colleges where your 1010 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 30 target schools (good chance), 9 reach (harder) schools and 36 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Alabama State University
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HBCU
Montgomery, AL

Alabama State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 3,828enrollment
  • $13,176net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 828-1041SAT range
  • 16-20ACT range
  • 2.95Avg GPA
Your 1010 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Jul 31

Tuskegee University
T
HBCU
Tuskegee, AL

Tuskegee University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

 

#2 Best Private Colleges in Alabama

  • 2,570enrollment
  • $35,596net price
  • 30%acceptance rate
  • 970-1215SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1010 SAT
Admission Chance22%

Applications Due Apr 15

Alabama A & M University
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HBCU
Normal, AL

Alabama A & M University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 6,007enrollment
  • $14,600net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 830-1033SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 3.02Avg GPA
Your 1010 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Jacksonville State University
J
Jacksonville, AL

Jacksonville State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 9,632enrollment
  • $11,953net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 940-1200SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1010 SAT
Admission Chance73%

University of South Alabama
S
Mobile, AL

University of South Alabama

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

 

#6 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 13,438enrollment
  • $15,664net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 1003-1200SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1010 SAT
Admission Chance51%

Applications Due Jul 15

Troy University
T
Troy, AL

Troy University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

 

#9 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 14,156enrollment
  • $13,187net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1010 SAT
Admission Chance94%

University of Montevallo
M
Montevallo, AL

University of Montevallo

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 2,586enrollment
  • $17,421net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1010 SAT
Admission Chance50%

Applications Due Aug 15

Auburn University at Montgomery
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Montgomery, AL

Auburn University at Montgomery

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 5,109enrollment
  • $13,163net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1190SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1010 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Aug 1

Huntingdon College
H
Montgomery, AL

Huntingdon College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 817enrollment
  • $23,662net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1010 SAT
Admission Chance52%

Faulkner University
F
Montgomery, AL

Faulkner University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Alabama

  • 2,817enrollment
  • $20,050net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 950-1130SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 1010 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Judson College
J
Marion, AL
 

Judson College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 229enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 970-1350SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
Your 1010 SAT