Colleges for a 820 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 820 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 820 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 44 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 820 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 820 SAT bad?

A score of 820 is definitely low. It situates you in the bottom 12th 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 820 score represents 51% of the total possible points. If a 820 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 820

Let's examine how a 820 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 820 is 247 points (23%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 820 is 234 points (22%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 820 is 292 points (26%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 820 is 114 points (12%) lower than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 820 is 147 points (15%) lower than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 820 is 419 points (34%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 820 is 130 points (14%) lower than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 820 is 107 points (12%) lower than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 820 is 296 points (27%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 820 is 240 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 820 SAT score?

A 820 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 820 SAT score?

Scoring a 820 on the SAT places you in the 12th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 12% 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 204,000 students with only 1,496,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 44 colleges where your 820 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 120 target schools (good chance), 1,281 reach (harder) schools and 1,332 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Northern State University
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Aberdeen, SD
 

Northern State University

Public 4 Year

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980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in South Dakota

  • 3,344enrollment
  • $17,264net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 800-1150SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
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Admission Chance67%

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Mid Atlantic Christian University
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Elizabeth City, NC
 

Mid Atlantic Christian University

Private 4 Year

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960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 133enrollment
  • $22,120net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 760-1160SAT range
  • 14-21ACT range
  • 3.09Avg GPA
Your 820 SAT
Admission Chance52%

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Visible Music College
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Memphis, TN
 

Visible Music College

Private 4 Year

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930 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 230enrollment
  • $23,636net price
  • 20%acceptance rate
  • 605-1250SAT range
  • 17-21ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance17%

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Alice Lloyd College
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Pippa Passes, KY

Alice Lloyd College

Private 4 Year

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950 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 565enrollment
  • $16,596net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 760-1140SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
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Admission Chance97%

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Mercy College of Ohio
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Toledo, OH
 

Mercy College of Ohio

Private 4 Year

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910 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#24 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,261enrollment
  • $14,564net price
  • 46%acceptance rate
  • 780-1030SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance36%

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Methodist College of Nursing
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Peoria, IL
 

Methodist College of Nursing

Private 4 Year

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980 Average SAT Score

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  • 456enrollment
  • $35,578net price
  • 33%acceptance rate
  • 800-1160SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.95Avg GPA
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Admission Chance22%

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Boise Bible College
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Boise, ID

Boise Bible College

Private 4 Year

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960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Idaho

  • 96enrollment
  • $18,198net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 810-1110SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.35Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance99%

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University of North Texas at Dallas
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Dallas, Texas

University of North Texas at Dallas

Public 4 Year

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830 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 3,685enrollment
  • $10,351net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 775-886SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance93%

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FAQs

Is a 820 a good SAT score?

A score of 820 is definitely low. The score puts you in the bottom 12th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 820 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 820 SAT score?

Texas Southern University, Albany State University and North Carolina Central University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 820 SAT score.

What percentile is 820 on the SAT?

A 820 ranks in the bottom 12th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 820 SAT?

A 820 converts to a 14 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 14 ACT score.