Colleges for a 880 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 880 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 880 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 138 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 880 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 880 SAT bad?

A score of 880 is in the lower quarter. It situates you in the bottom 19th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your 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 880 score represents 55% of the total possible points. If a 880 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 880

Let's examine how a 880 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 880 is 187 points (18%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 880 is 174 points (17%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 880 is 232 points (21%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 880 is 54 points (6%) lower than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 880 is 87 points (9%) lower than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 880 is 359 points (29%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 880 is 70 points (7%) lower than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 880 is 47 points (5%) lower than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 880 is 236 points (21%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 880 is 180 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 880 SAT score?

A 880 on the SAT translates to a 16 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 880 SAT score?

Scoring a 880 on the SAT places you in the 19th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 19% 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 323,000 students with only 1,377,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 138 colleges where your 880 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 387 target schools (good chance), 1,659 reach (harder) schools and 1,332 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Sul Ross State University
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Alpine, TX

Sul Ross State University

Public 4 Year

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970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 1,987enrollment
  • $13,130net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 850-1080SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.32Avg GPA
Your 880 SAT
Admission Chance95%

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Roosevelt University
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Chicago, IL

Roosevelt University

Private 4 Year

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960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 3,725enrollment
  • $22,117net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 840-1080SAT range
  • 16-26ACT range
  • 3.13Avg GPA
Your 880 SAT
Admission Chance83%

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Claflin University
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HBCU
Orangeburg, SC

Claflin University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 1,830enrollment
  • $19,951net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 840-1040SAT range
  • 16-18ACT range
  • 3.28Avg GPA
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Admission Chance71%

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Columbia College
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Columbia, SC
 

Columbia College

Private 4 Year

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1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 1,514enrollment
  • $18,779net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 850-1140SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
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Admission Chance97%

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Averett University
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Danville, VA

Averett University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,363enrollment
  • $23,781net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 850-1170SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
Your 880 SAT
Admission Chance65%

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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
Your 880 SAT
Admission Chance53%

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Fisher College
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Boston, MA

Fisher College

Private 4 Year

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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
Your 880 SAT
Admission Chance69%

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Gordon College
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Barnesville, GA
 

Gordon College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 3,135enrollment
  • $8,185net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 870-1080SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance88%

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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
Your 880 SAT
Admission Chance44%

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West Virginia State University
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HBCU
Institute, WV

West Virginia State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

950 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in West Virginia

  • 3,785enrollment
  • $11,684net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 840-1065SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
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Admission Chance94%

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CUNY York College
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Jamaica, NY

CUNY York College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

960 Average SAT Score

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#29 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 6,446enrollment
  • $6,670net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 870-1050SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.15Estimated Avg GPA
Your 880 SAT
Admission Chance45%

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University of Dubuque
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Dubuque, IA

University of Dubuque

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

950 Average SAT Score

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#14 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,776enrollment
  • $22,879net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 828-1070SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
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Admission Chance80%

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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
Your 880 SAT
Admission Chance18%

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Edward Waters College
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HBCU
Jacksonville, FL

Edward Waters College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

910 Average SAT Score

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  • 1,181enrollment
  • $13,649net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 820-990SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.64Avg GPA
Your 880 SAT
Admission Chance81%

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Brewton Parker College
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Mount Vernon, GA
 

Brewton Parker College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

950 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 911enrollment
  • $21,874net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 880-1010SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
Your 880 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Aug 1

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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
Your 880 SAT
Admission Chance55%

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Nyack College
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Nyack, NY

Nyack College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#59 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,595enrollment
  • $22,184net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 848-1093SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 2.76Avg GPA
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McKendree University
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Lebanon, IL

McKendree University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

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#23 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,960enrollment
  • $22,431net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 871-1277SAT range
  • 18-28ACT range
  • 3.38Avg GPA
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Admission Chance54%

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FAQs

Is a 880 a good SAT score?

A score of 880 is in the lower quarter. The score puts you in the bottom 19th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 880 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 880 SAT score?

California State University Los Angeles, Clark Atlanta University and Morgan State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 880 SAT score.

What percentile is 880 on the SAT?

A 880 ranks in the bottom 19th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 880 SAT?

A 880 converts to a 16 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 16 ACT score.