Eastern Colleges for a 1040 on the SAT

What Eastern colleges accept a 1040 SAT score?

These Eastern 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 128 Eastern 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 Eastern 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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List of 1040 SAT Colleges

Displaying 128 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 360 target schools (good chance), 354 reach (harder) schools and 225 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus
I
Indiana, PA

Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 8,816enrollment
  • $20,205net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 940-1150SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Centenary University
C
Hackettstown, NJ

Centenary University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 1,498enrollment
  • $21,935net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 990-1170SAT range
  • 15-22ACT range
  • 3.23Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance96%

SUNY College of Technology at Canton
O
Canton, NY

SUNY College of Technology at Canton

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#31 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 2,836enrollment
  • $14,049net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1160SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance93%

D'Youville College
D
Buffalo, NY

D'Youville College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#37 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,518enrollment
  • $21,755net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1025-1265SAT range
  • 18-27ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Gwynedd Mercy College
G
Gwynedd Valley, PA
 

Gwynedd Mercy College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,091enrollment
  • $28,122net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1235SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.34Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Aug 20

Massachusetts Maritime Academy
M
Buzzards Bay, MA

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 1,425enrollment
  • $21,668net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1185SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Apr 15

Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
M
Mansfield, PA

Mansfield University of Pennsylvania

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

 

#23 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 1,796enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 970-1150SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT

Point Park University
P
Pittsburgh, PA

Point Park University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#49 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 3,288enrollment
  • $24,702net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1245SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance72%

Washington & Jefferson College
W
Washington, PA

Washington & Jefferson College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#22 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,151enrollment
  • $25,636net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1250SAT range
  • 19-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Holy Family University
H
Philadelphia, PA
 

Holy Family University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#47 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,912enrollment
  • $12,379net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 852-1092SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.13Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance83%

University of Pittsburgh Johnstown
P
Johnstown, PA

University of Pittsburgh Johnstown

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 2,043enrollment
  • $17,545net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1200SAT range
  • 19-28ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Cazenovia College
C
Cazenovia, NY

Cazenovia College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 745enrollment
  • $17,238net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 957-1177SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.29Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Aug 1

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
M
North Adams, MA
 

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 938enrollment
  • $15,377net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 960-1180SAT range
  • 17-21ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance91%

La Roche College
L
Pittsburgh, PA
 

La Roche College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#54 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,068enrollment
  • $24,233net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 970-1170SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Aug 1

Castleton State College
C
Castleton, VT
 

Castleton State College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Vermont

  • 2,363enrollment
  • $16,791net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 970-1210SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.17Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Carlow University
C
Pittsburgh, PA

Carlow University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#52 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,104enrollment
  • $17,437net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 850-1100SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Saint Vincent College
S
Latrobe, PA

Saint Vincent College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,536enrollment
  • $23,121net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1250SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance60%

Applications Due May 1

Seton Hill University
S
Greensburg, PA

Seton Hill University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#46 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,988enrollment
  • $24,576net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance65%

Applications Due Aug 15