Colleges for a 860 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 860 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 860 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 105 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 860 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 860 SAT bad?

A score of 860 isn't very competitive. It situates you in the bottom 17th 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 860 score represents 54% of the total possible points. If a 860 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 860

Let's examine how a 860 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 860 is 207 points (19%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 860 is 194 points (18%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 860 is 252 points (23%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 860 is 74 points (8%) lower than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 860 is 107 points (11%) lower than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 860 is 379 points (31%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 860 is 90 points (9%) lower than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 860 is 67 points (7%) lower than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 860 is 256 points (23%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 860 is 200 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 860 SAT score?

A 860 on the SAT translates to a 15 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 860 SAT score?

Scoring a 860 on the SAT places you in the 17th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 17% 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 289,000 students with only 1,411,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 105 colleges where your 860 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 297 target schools (good chance), 1,563 reach (harder) schools and 1,332 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Wilmington College
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Wilmington, OH
 

Wilmington College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#31 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,046enrollment
  • $24,528net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 850-1010SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 860 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Ottawa University Ottawa
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Ottawa, KS
 

Ottawa University Ottawa

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 953enrollment
  • $26,872net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 860-1100SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA
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Admission Chance65%

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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
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HBCU
Pine Bluff, AR

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 2,387enrollment
  • $9,959net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 805-1045SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
Your 860 SAT
Admission Chance61%

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Eastern New Mexico University Main Campus
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Portales, NM

Eastern New Mexico University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in New Mexico

  • 5,106enrollment
  • $8,702net price
  • 28%acceptance rate
  • 840-1100SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 860 SAT
Admission Chance18%

Applications Due Aug 24

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Mississippi University for Women
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Columbus, MS

Mississippi University for Women

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

 

#4 Best Public Universities in Mississippi

  • 2,339enrollment
  • $12,691net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 850-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
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Admission Chance98%

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Tougaloo College
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HBCU
Tougaloo, MS
 

Tougaloo College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 677enrollment
  • $13,718net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 790-1090SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 2.8Avg GPA
Your 860 SAT
Admission Chance41%

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Marian University
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Fond Du Lac, WI
 

Marian University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 1,340enrollment
  • $25,394net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 800-1080SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.16Estimated Avg GPA
Your 860 SAT
Admission Chance64%

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Rockford University
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Rockford, IL
 

Rockford University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#30 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,181enrollment
  • $25,047net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 840-1086SAT range
  • 12-20ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 860 SAT
Admission Chance42%

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Presentation College
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Aberdeen, SD
 

Presentation College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

990 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 615enrollment
  • $27,553net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 840-1130SAT range
  • 19-22ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
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Admission Chance65%

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William Penn University
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Oskaloosa, IA
 

William Penn University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,473enrollment
  • $20,922net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 850-1080SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
Your 860 SAT
Admission Chance43%

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Spalding University
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Louisville, KY

Spalding University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Kentucky

  • 1,532enrollment
  • $26,539net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 858-1105SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.87Avg GPA
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Admission Chance96%

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Fairmont State University
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Fairmont, WV

Fairmont State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in West Virginia

  • 3,498enrollment
  • $10,794net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 820-1050SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
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Admission Chance97%

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Iowa Wesleyan College
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Mount Pleasant, IA

Iowa Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

920 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 871enrollment
  • $20,074net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 830-1010SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.02Avg GPA
Your 860 SAT
Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Aug 15

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Villa Maria College
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Buffalo, NY
 

Villa Maria College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

890 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 465enrollment
  • $14,576net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 730-1050SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.87Avg GPA
Your 860 SAT
Admission Chance76%

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Lourdes University
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Sylvania, OH
 

Lourdes University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#29 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,136enrollment
  • $22,634net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 850-1080SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.26Avg GPA
Your 860 SAT
Admission Chance45%

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Northwestern Oklahoma State University
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Alva, OK
 

Northwestern Oklahoma State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

950 Average SAT Score

 

#5 Best Public Universities in Oklahoma

  • 1,852enrollment
  • $10,448net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 830-1070SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 860 SAT
Admission Chance44%

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Mount Marty College
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Yankton, SD
 

Mount Marty College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Private Colleges in South Dakota

  • 1,252enrollment
  • $21,476net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 810-1050SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 860 SAT
Admission Chance59%

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Hillsdale Free Will Baptist College
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Moore, OK
 

Hillsdale Free Will Baptist College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 281enrollment
  • $20,952net price
  • 43%acceptance rate
  • 846-1033SAT range
  • 16-24ACT range
  • 3.1Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance30%

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FAQs

Is a 860 a good SAT score?

A score of 860 isn't very competitive. The score puts you in the bottom 17th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 860 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 860 SAT score?

Alabama State University, Texas Southern University and Virginia State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 860 SAT score.

What percentile is 860 on the SAT?

A 860 ranks in the bottom 17th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 860 SAT?

A 860 converts to a 15 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 15 ACT score.