Western Colleges for a 1020 on the SAT

What Western colleges accept a 1020 SAT score?

These Western colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1020 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 63 Western colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1020 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 1020 SAT bad?

A score of 1020 is a little worse than average. It situates you in the bottom 43rd 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 1020 score represents 64% of the total possible points. If a 1020 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 1020

Let's examine how a 1020 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

Male: A 1020 is 47 points (4%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
Female: A 1020 is 34 points (3%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

White: A 1020 is 92 points (8%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
Black: A 1020 is 86 points (9%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
Hispanic: A 1020 is 53 points (5%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
Asian: A 1020 is 219 points (18%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
Pacific Islander: A 1020 is 70 points (7%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1020 is 93 points (10%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
Two or more races: A 1020 is 96 points (9%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

All Students: A 1020 is 40 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1020 SAT score?

A 1020 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 1020 SAT score?

Scoring a 1020 on the SAT places you in the 43rd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 43% 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 731,000 students with only 969,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 63 colleges where your 1020 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 177 target schools (good chance), 141 reach (harder) schools and 279 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

University of Washington Tacoma Campus

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Tacoma, WA

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University of Washington Tacoma Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

4,794enrollment
$10,680net price
88%acceptance rate
960-1180SAT range
16-24ACT range
3.41Avg GPA

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Jun 30

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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

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance67%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Colorado State University Pueblo

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Pueblo, CO

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Colorado State University Pueblo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in Colorado

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

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance99%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Fresno Pacific University

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Fresno, CA

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Fresno Pacific University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Private Colleges in California

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

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance67%

Applications Due Aug 1

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La Sierra University

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Riverside, CA

La Sierra University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#29 Best Private Colleges in California

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

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance92%

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Western Oregon University

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Monmouth, OR

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Western Oregon University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Oregon

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

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance76%

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Pacific University

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Forest Grove, OR

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Pacific University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Oregon

3,559enrollment
$33,472net price
92%acceptance rate
1010-1350SAT range
20-26ACT range
3.73Avg GPA

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Aug 25

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The Evergreen State College

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Olympia, WA

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The Evergreen State College

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Washington

2,105enrollment
$16,318net price
74%acceptance rate
980-1220SAT range
22-29ACT range
3.12Avg GPA

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance65%

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Western State Colorado University

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Gunnison, CO

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Western State Colorado University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Colorado

3,548enrollment
$16,672net price
92%acceptance rate
1010-1270SAT range
21-29ACT range
3.42Avg GPA

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance86%

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San Diego State University Imperial Valley Campus

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Calexico, California

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San Diego State University Imperial Valley Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

960 Average SAT Score

808enrollment
-net price
44%acceptance rate
850-1060SAT range
16-21ACT range
NAAvg GPA

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance54%

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Chaminade University of Honolulu

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Honolulu, HI

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Chaminade University of Honolulu

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Hawaii

2,369enrollment
$27,315net price
93%acceptance rate
960-1140SAT range
18-23ACT range
3.42Avg GPA

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance91%

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George Fox University

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Newberg, OR

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George Fox University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Oregon

4,028enrollment
$28,840net price
92%acceptance rate
1020-1290SAT range
22-28ACT range
3.7Avg GPA

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance86%

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Saint Martin's University

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Lacey, WA

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Saint Martin's University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Washington

1,609enrollment
$21,811net price
95%acceptance rate
925-1180SAT range
19-24ACT range
3.46Avg GPA

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Jul 31

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Corban University

C

Salem, OR

Corban University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

963enrollment
$26,231net price
35%acceptance rate
1003-1165SAT range
21-26ACT range
3.53Avg GPA

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance24%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Lewis Clark State College

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Lewiston, ID

Lewis Clark State College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Idaho

3,746enrollment
$11,476net price
87%acceptance rate
850-1110SAT range
-ACT range
3.23Avg GPA

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Aug 8

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Pacific Union College

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Angwin, CA

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Pacific Union College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

870enrollment
$21,841net price
48%acceptance rate
990-1200SAT range
18-23ACT range
3.24Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1020 SAT

Admission Chance37%

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Simpson University

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Redding, CA

Simpson University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

874enrollment
$25,251net price
100%acceptance rate
960-1185SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.4Avg GPA

Your 1020 SAT

Applications Due Aug 1

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San Diego Christian College

S

El Cajon, CA

San Diego Christian College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

355enrollment
$33,393net price
100%acceptance rate
900-1098SAT range
18-24ACT range
3.26Avg GPA

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