Colleges for a 1070 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1070 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1070 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 732 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1070 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 1070 SAT good?

A score of 1070 is a little better than average. It situates you in the top 53rd percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your slightly above 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 1070 score represents 67% of the total possible points. If a 1070 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 1070

Let's examine how a 1070 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1070 is 3 points (0%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1070 is 16 points (2%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1070 is 42 points (4%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1070 is 136 points (15%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1070 is 103 points (11%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1070 is 169 points (14%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1070 is 120 points (13%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1070 is 143 points (15%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1070 is 46 points (4%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1070 is 10 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1070 SAT score?

A 1070 on the SAT translates to a 21 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 1070 SAT score?

Scoring a 1070 on the SAT places you in the 53rd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 53% 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 901,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 799,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 732 colleges where your 1070 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 2,184 target schools (good chance), 909 reach (harder) schools and 1,476 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

California State University Fresno
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Fresno, CA

California State University Fresno

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Public Universities in California

  • 23,999enrollment
  • $7,507net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 890-1100SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.12Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance97%

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Azusa Pacific University
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Azusa, CA
 

Azusa Pacific University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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#18 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 7,169enrollment
  • $26,666net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 980-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
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Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Jun 1

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University of Northern Colorado
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Greeley, CO

University of Northern Colorado

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 9,380enrollment
  • $18,310net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 990-1200SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Aug 1

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University of Michigan Dearborn
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Dearborn, MI

University of Michigan Dearborn

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 8,223enrollment
  • $12,444net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1290SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance45%

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The University of West Florida
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Pensacola, FL

The University of West Florida

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 13,521enrollment
  • $8,609net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1230SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance36%

Applications Due Jun 1

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Montclair State University
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Montclair, NJ

Montclair State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 21,784enrollment
  • $13,742net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 950-1200SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
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Admission Chance91%

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Radford University
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Radford, VA

Radford University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 7,718enrollment
  • $17,105net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 960-1160SAT range
  • 19-23ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
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Admission Chance93%

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Wingate University
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Wingate, NC

Wingate University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

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#13 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 3,396enrollment
  • $18,823net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 980-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
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Admission Chance85%

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Sonoma State University
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Rohnert Park, CA

Sonoma State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Public Universities in California

  • 6,637enrollment
  • $15,507net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
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Admission Chance95%

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Culinary Institute of America
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Hyde Park, NY

Culinary Institute of America

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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  • 3,124enrollment
  • $33,499net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 980-1240SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.26Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance94%

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University of Arkansas
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Fayetteville, AR

University of Arkansas

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 30,936enrollment
  • $16,208net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1220SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance72%

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Oakland University
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Rochester Hills, MI

Oakland University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

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#11 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 16,108enrollment
  • $15,161net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1245SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA
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Admission Chance87%

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Western Michigan University
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Kalamazoo, MI

Western Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 17,000enrollment
  • $20,030net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 990-1220SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
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Admission Chance82%

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Stephen F Austin State University
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Nacogdoches, TX

Stephen F Austin State University

Public 4 Year

8 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

 

#19 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 11,327enrollment
  • $13,858net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 970-1160SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.26Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance90%

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Northern Illinois University
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Dekalb, IL

Northern Illinois University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 15,649enrollment
  • $13,884net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 940-1170SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance73%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Jacksonville University
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Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,837enrollment
  • $26,943net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1240SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
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Admission Chance44%

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University of Colorado Colorado Springs
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Colorado Springs, CO

University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

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#5 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 11,431enrollment
  • $16,990net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1215SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
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Admission Chance81%

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Valdosta State University
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Valdosta, GA

Valdosta State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 10,209enrollment
  • $12,836net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 950-1130SAT range
  • 17-21ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 1070 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Jun 15

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FAQs

Is a 1070 a good SAT score?

A score of 1070 is a little better than average. The score puts you in the top 53rd percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1070 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1070 SAT score?

University of Kentucky, East Carolina University and University of Hawaii at Manoa are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1070 SAT score.

What percentile is 1070 on the SAT?

A 1070 ranks in the top 53rd percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1070 SAT?

A 1070 converts to a 21 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 21 ACT score.