Colleges for a 1510 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1510 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1510 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 165 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1510 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 1510 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1510 is awesome. It situates you in the top 99th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your almost perfect 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 1510 score represents 94% of the total possible points. If a 1510 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 1510

Let's examine how a 1510 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1510 is 443 points (42%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1510 is 456 points (43%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1510 is 398 points (36%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1510 is 576 points (62%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1510 is 543 points (56%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1510 is 271 points (22%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1510 is 560 points (59%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1510 is 583 points (63%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1510 is 394 points (35%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1510 is 450 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1510 SAT score?

A 1510 on the SAT translates to a 34 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 1510 SAT score?

Scoring a 1510 on the SAT places you in the 99th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 99% 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 1,683,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 17,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 165 colleges where your 1510 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 324 target schools (good chance), 147 reach (harder) schools and 4,548 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Harvard University
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Cambridge, MA

Harvard University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1540 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Colleges in America

  • 30,631enrollment
  • $19,491net price
  • 3%acceptance rate
  • 1490-1580SAT range
  • 34-36ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
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Admission Chance2%

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Stanford University
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Stanford, CA

Stanford University

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

1540 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in America

  • 18,283enrollment
  • $18,279net price
  • 4%acceptance rate
  • 1500-1580SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.96Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance3%

Applications Due Jan 2

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University of Florida
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Gainesville, FL

University of Florida

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in America

  • 55,211enrollment
  • $11,740net price
  • 23%acceptance rate
  • 1300-1490SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.9Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance39%

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The University of Texas at Austin
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Austin, TX

The University of Texas at Austin

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1370 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Public Universities in America

  • 52,384enrollment
  • $17,434net price
  • 31%acceptance rate
  • 1230-1500SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.8Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance47%

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University of Michigan
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Ann Arbor, MI

University of Michigan

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1440 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in America

  • 51,225enrollment
  • $19,318net price
  • 18%acceptance rate
  • 1350-1530SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.88Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance27%

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University of California Los Angeles
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Los Angeles, CA

University of California Los Angeles

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1420 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in America

  • 46,430enrollment
  • $16,999net price
  • 9%acceptance rate
  • 1300-1530SAT range
  • 29-35ACT range
  • 3.92Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance14%

Applications Due Nov 30

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University of Southern California
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Los Angeles, CA

University of Southern California

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1500 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 48,945enrollment
  • $36,808net price
  • 12%acceptance rate
  • 1450-1550SAT range
  • 32-35ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
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Admission Chance13%

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University of Miami
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Coral Gables, FL

University of Miami

Private 4 Year

14 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 19,402enrollment
  • $36,467net price
  • 19%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1480SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance36%

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University of Georgia
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Athens, GA

University of Georgia

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

 

#3 Best Colleges in Georgia

  • 40,607enrollment
  • $17,180net price
  • 43%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1420SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance72%

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Chapel Hill, NC

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1440 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Value Colleges in America

  • 31,705enrollment
  • $10,614net price
  • 17%acceptance rate
  • 1350-1530SAT range
  • 30-34ACT range
  • 3.83Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance25%

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Virginia Tech
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Blacksburg, VA

Virginia Tech

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 38,170enrollment
  • $19,301net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1240-1430SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.97Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance81%

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New York University
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New York, NY

New York University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1520 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 59,144enrollment
  • $29,499net price
  • 12%acceptance rate
  • 1470-1570SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
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Admission Chance11%

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Duke University
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Durham, NC

Duke University

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

1530 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in America

  • 18,023enrollment
  • $23,694net price
  • 6%acceptance rate
  • 1490-1570SAT range
  • 34-35ACT range
  • 3.94Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance4%

Applications Due Jan 3

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Vanderbilt University
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Nashville, TN

Vanderbilt University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1530 Average SAT Score

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#14 Best Colleges in America

  • 13,710enrollment
  • $25,606net price
  • 7%acceptance rate
  • 1490-1570SAT range
  • 34-35ACT range
  • 3.89Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance5%

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Princeton University
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Princeton, NJ

Princeton University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1540 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Colleges in America

  • 8,842enrollment
  • $18,698net price
  • 6%acceptance rate
  • 1490-1580SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.93Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance4%

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Boston University
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Boston, MA

Boston University

Private 4 Year

9 reviews

1430 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 36,714enrollment
  • $27,829net price
  • 14%acceptance rate
  • 1350-1500SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance25%

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Ohio State University
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Columbus, OH

Ohio State University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 60,540enrollment
  • $19,582net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1480SAT range
  • 29-32ACT range
  • 3.76Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance73%

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University of California Irvine
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Irvine, CA

University of California Irvine

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1330 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in America

  • 35,937enrollment
  • $14,033net price
  • 21%acceptance rate
  • 1230-1430SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.75Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1510 SAT
Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Nov 30

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FAQs

Is a 1510 a good SAT score?

Yes, a score of 1510 is awesome. The score puts you in the top 99th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1510 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1510 SAT score?

Harvard University, Stanford University and University of Florida are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1510 SAT score.

What percentile is 1510 on the SAT?

A 1510 ranks in the top 99th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1510 SAT?

A 1510 converts to a 34 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 34 ACT score.