Colleges for a 800 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 800 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 800 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 31 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 800 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 800 SAT bad?

A score of 800 is definitely low. It situates you in the bottom 9th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your very poor 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 800 score represents 50% of the total possible points. If a 800 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 800

Let's examine how a 800 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 800 is 267 points (25%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 800 is 254 points (24%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 800 is 312 points (28%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 800 is 134 points (14%) lower than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 800 is 167 points (17%) lower than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 800 is 439 points (35%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 800 is 150 points (16%) lower than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 800 is 127 points (14%) lower than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 800 is 316 points (28%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 800 is 260 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 800 SAT score?

A 800 on the SAT translates to a 14 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 800 SAT score?

Scoring a 800 on the SAT places you in the 9th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 9% 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 153,000 students with only 1,547,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 31 colleges where your 800 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 84 target schools (good chance), 1,068 reach (harder) schools and 1,332 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Albany State University
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HBCU
Albany, GA

Albany State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

820 Average SAT Score

 

#12 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 6,334enrollment
  • $14,672net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 740-900SAT range
  • 15-18ACT range
  • 2.77Avg GPA
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South Carolina State University
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HBCU
Orangeburg, SC

South Carolina State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 2,649enrollment
  • $17,435net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 800-1050SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 3.17Avg GPA
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Admission Chance73%

Applications Due Jul 31

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Central State University
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HBCU
Wilberforce, OH

Central State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

860 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 5,434enrollment
  • $10,194net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 770-950SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.8Avg GPA
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Admission Chance84%

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Bowie State University
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HBCU
Bowie, MD

Bowie State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

920 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 6,275enrollment
  • $13,886net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 800-1048SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA
Your 800 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due May 15

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Saint Augustines College
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HBCU
Raleigh, NC

Saint Augustines College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

860 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,108enrollment
  • $20,081net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 780-940SAT range
  • 12-16ACT range
  • 2.5Avg GPA
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Admission Chance47%

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Chicago State University
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Chicago, IL

Chicago State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

860 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 2,317enrollment
  • $6,446net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 750-963SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 3.18Avg GPA
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Admission Chance41%

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Kentucky State University
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HBCU
Frankfort, KY

Kentucky State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

880 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 1,726enrollment
  • $11,473net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 783-978SAT range
  • 14-20ACT range
  • 2.72Avg GPA
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Admission Chance86%

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Bloomfield College
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Bloomfield, NJ

Bloomfield College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

870 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 1,153enrollment
  • $20,320net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 770-960SAT range
  • 14-16ACT range
  • 2.69Avg GPA
Your 800 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Johnson C Smith University
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HBCU
Charlotte, NC

Johnson C Smith University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

890 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,093enrollment
  • $20,045net price
  • 25%acceptance rate
  • 800-980SAT range
  • 13-18ACT range
  • 2.48Avg GPA
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Admission Chance15%

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Lincoln College
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Lincoln, IL

Lincoln College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

760 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 888enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 710-800SAT range
  • 16-18ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Paine College
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HBCU
Augusta, GA
 

Paine College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

880 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 310enrollment
  • $15,877net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 776-976SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 2.81Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance40%

Applications Due Jul 1

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Fisher College
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Boston, MA

Fisher College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#32 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,421enrollment
  • $26,257net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 800-1070SAT range
  • 15-24ACT range
  • 2.72Avg GPA
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Admission Chance60%

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Dallas Christian College
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Dallas, TX

Dallas Christian College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 247enrollment
  • $22,631net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 793-1077SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.06Avg GPA
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Admission Chance35%

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Piedmont International University
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Winston Salem, NC
 

Piedmont International University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 691enrollment
  • $15,119net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 770-1230SAT range
  • 15-23ACT range
  • 3.07Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance15%

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Gallaudet University
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Washington, DC

Gallaudet University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

920 Average SAT Score

 

#1 Best Value Colleges in District Of Columbia

  • 1,322enrollment
  • $13,787net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 752-1089SAT range
  • 14-20ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
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Admission Chance48%

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Bethel College Mishawaka
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Mishawaka, IN
 

Bethel College Mishawaka

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

860 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 1,292enrollment
  • $18,746net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 800-920SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 800 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Aug 15

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Livingstone College
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HBCU
Salisbury, NC

Livingstone College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

880 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 839enrollment
  • $15,914net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 800-960SAT range
  • 14-21ACT range
  • 2.64Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance48%

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Trinity College of Florida
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Trinity, FL
 

Trinity College of Florida

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 181enrollment
  • $14,645net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 780-1150SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.04Avg GPA
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Admission Chance46%

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FAQs

Is a 800 a good SAT score?

A score of 800 is definitely low. The score puts you in the bottom 9th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 800 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 800 SAT score?

Albany State University, South Carolina State University and Central State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 800 SAT score.

What percentile is 800 on the SAT?

A 800 ranks in the bottom 9th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 800 SAT?

A 800 converts to a 14 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 14 ACT score.