Midwestern Colleges for a 1040 on the SAT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 1040 SAT score?

These Midwestern 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 168 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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 168 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 507 target schools (good chance), 243 reach (harder) schools and 348 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Indiana University Northwest
I
Gary, IN

Indiana University Northwest

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 3,198enrollment
  • $6,553net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 950-1170SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.14Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance78%

University of St Francis
S
Joliet, IL

University of St Francis

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 3,297enrollment
  • $18,560net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1240SAT range
  • 21-30ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance44%

Applications Due Aug 1

Southeast Missouri State University
S
Cape Girardeau, MO

Southeast Missouri State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in Missouri

  • 9,927enrollment
  • $14,519net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 970-1180SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Jul 1

Franklin College
F
Franklin, IN
 

Franklin College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 959enrollment
  • $20,791net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 970-1170SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Northwood University Michigan
N
Midland, MI

Northwood University Michigan

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 2,246enrollment
  • $24,616net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 950-1160SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance78%

William Jewell College
W
Liberty, MO

William Jewell College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 853enrollment
  • $20,108net price
  • 41%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1130SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance29%

Heidelberg University
H
Tiffin, OH
 

Heidelberg University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#27 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,086enrollment
  • $20,053net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1162SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance59%

Muskingum University
M
New Concord, OH
 

Muskingum University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 2,117enrollment
  • $19,682net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 950-1120SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Saint Xavier University
S
Chicago, IL
 

Saint Xavier University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#29 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 3,523enrollment
  • $11,302net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 950-1120SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Eureka College
E
Eureka, IL

Eureka College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 559enrollment
  • $19,443net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 870-1155SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.22Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Aug 15

Illinois College
I
Jacksonville, IL

Illinois College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#27 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,029enrollment
  • $16,296net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 960-1126SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Cardinal Stritch University
C
Milwaukee, WI
 

Cardinal Stritch University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 1,332enrollment
  • $20,002net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1220SAT range
  • 18-21ACT range
  • 3.18Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Avila University
A
Kansas City, MO
 

Avila University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

  • 1,306enrollment
  • $17,210net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 933-1160SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance67%

Siena Heights University
S
Adrian, MI

Siena Heights University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,857enrollment
  • $20,074net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 930-1133SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.32Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance66%

Applications Due Aug 1

The University of Findlay
F
Findlay, OH

The University of Findlay

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 4,869enrollment
  • $24,069net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1213SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Monmouth College
M
Monmouth, IL

Monmouth College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 767enrollment
  • $20,237net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1210SAT range
  • 24-28ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Crown College
C
Saint Bonifacius, MN

Crown College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

  • 1,583enrollment
  • $25,504net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 960-1150SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.22Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance65%

Cornerstone University
C
Grand Rapids, MI

Cornerstone University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,781enrollment
  • $20,935net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 970-1220SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.28Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1040 SAT
Admission Chance77%