Colleges for a 1040 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1040 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1040 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 677 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1040 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 1040 SAT bad?

A score of 1040 is about average. It situates you in the bottom 47th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your about 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 1040 score represents 65% of the total possible points. If a 1040 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 1040

Let's examine how a 1040 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1040 is 27 points (3%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1040 is 14 points (1%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1040 is 72 points (6%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1040 is 106 points (11%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1040 is 73 points (8%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1040 is 199 points (16%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1040 is 90 points (9%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1040 is 113 points (12%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1040 is 76 points (7%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1040 is 20 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1040 SAT score?

A 1040 on the SAT translates to a 20 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 1040 SAT score?

Scoring a 1040 on the SAT places you in the 47th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 47% 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 799,000 students with only 901,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 677 colleges where your 1040 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 1,995 target schools (good chance), 1,056 reach (harder) schools and 1,401 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Central Washington University
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Ellensburg, WA

Central Washington University

Public 4 Year

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1040 Average SAT Score

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#5 Best Public Universities in Washington

  • 9,257enrollment
  • $15,864net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 930-1150SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.08Avg GPA
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Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Fayetteville State University
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HBCU
Fayetteville, NC

Fayetteville State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 6,787enrollment
  • $6,355net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 870-1060SAT range
  • 14-19ACT range
  • 3.11Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Ferris State University
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Big Rapids, MI

Ferris State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 10,072enrollment
  • $13,978net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 910-1150SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
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Admission Chance89%

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Northern Kentucky University
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Highland Heights, KY

Northern Kentucky University

Public 4 Year

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1160 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 15,801enrollment
  • $7,259net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1290SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Aug 15

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Colorado Mesa University
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Grand Junction, CO

Colorado Mesa University

Public 4 Year

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1060 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 8,905enrollment
  • $15,085net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 930-1180SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.28Avg GPA
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Admission Chance81%

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University of Houston Downtown
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Houston, TX

University of Houston Downtown

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

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#24 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 14,208enrollment
  • $14,911net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 960-1100SAT range
  • 16-20ACT range
  • 3.29Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Jun 1

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Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
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HBCU
Tallahassee, FL

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

 

#10 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 9,215enrollment
  • $11,583net price
  • 33%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1150SAT range
  • 19-23ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance25%

Applications Due May 1

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Xavier University of Louisiana
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HBCU
New Orleans, LA

Xavier University of Louisiana

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Private Colleges in Louisiana

  • 3,419enrollment
  • $18,080net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1160SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Jul 1

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Framingham State University
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Framingham, MA

Framingham State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 4,111enrollment
  • $17,715net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1200SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Augusta State University
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Augusta, Georgia

Augusta State University

Public 4 Year

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1060 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 6,685enrollment
  • -net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 960-1150SAT range
  • 18-22ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance52%

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Catawba College
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Salisbury, NC

Catawba College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,172enrollment
  • $19,701net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1210SAT range
  • 18-27ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance58%

Applications Due Aug 15

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Angelo State University
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San Angelo, TX

Angelo State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

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#22 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 10,599enrollment
  • $12,838net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 910-1140SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance80%

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Midwestern State University
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Wichita Falls, TX

Midwestern State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

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#15 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 5,784enrollment
  • $11,361net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 910-1100SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.2Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance94%

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Alcorn State University
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HBCU
Alcorn State, MS

Alcorn State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Mississippi

  • 2,933enrollment
  • $14,864net price
  • 30%acceptance rate
  • 903-1115SAT range
  • 15-24ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance34%

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Longwood University
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Farmville, VA

Longwood University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

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#11 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 4,358enrollment
  • $21,772net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance82%

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Southeastern University
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Lakeland, FL

Southeastern University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

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#19 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 10,044enrollment
  • $27,910net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 960-1183SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due May 1

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Clayton State University
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Morrow, GA

Clayton State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

990 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 5,847enrollment
  • $9,792net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 890-1090SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Jul 17

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University of Hawaii at Hilo
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Hilo, HI

University of Hawaii at Hilo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Hawaii

  • 2,977enrollment
  • $13,867net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 960-1200SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance81%

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FAQs

Is a 1040 a good SAT score?

A score of 1040 is about average. The score puts you in the bottom 47th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1040 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1040 SAT score?

East Carolina University, Texas State University and Georgia State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1040 SAT score.

What percentile is 1040 on the SAT?

A 1040 ranks in the bottom 47th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1040 SAT?

A 1040 converts to a 20 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 20 ACT score.