Colleges for a 940 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 940 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 940 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 301 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 940 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 940 SAT bad?

A score of 940 is pretty low. It situates you in the bottom 29th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your well below average 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 940 score represents 59% of the total possible points. If a 940 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 940

Let's examine how a 940 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 940 is 127 points (12%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 940 is 114 points (11%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 940 is 172 points (15%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 940 is 6 points (1%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 940 is 27 points (3%) lower than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 940 is 299 points (24%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 940 is 10 points (1%) lower than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 940 is 13 points (1%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 940 is 176 points (16%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 940 is 120 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 940 SAT score?

A 940 on the SAT translates to a 17 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 940 SAT score?

Scoring a 940 on the SAT places you in the 29th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 29% 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 493,000 students with only 1,207,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 301 colleges where your 940 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 852 target schools (good chance), 1,701 reach (harder) schools and 1,341 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Johnson University Florida
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Kissimmee, FL

Johnson University Florida

Private 4 Year

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960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 155enrollment
  • $20,191net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 870-1040SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.97Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Siena Heights University
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Adrian, MI

Siena Heights University

Private 4 Year

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1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,857enrollment
  • $20,074net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 930-1133SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.32Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance51%

Applications Due Aug 1

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New Mexico State University Main Campus
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Las Cruces, NM

New Mexico State University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

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1020 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in New Mexico

  • 14,268enrollment
  • $10,407net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 900-1140SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance70%

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Nicholls State University
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Thibodaux, LA

Nicholls State University

Public 4 Year

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1030 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 5,883enrollment
  • $12,365net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 938-1130SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.34Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance96%

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Lubbock Christian University
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Lubbock, TX

Lubbock Christian University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 1,596enrollment
  • $23,551net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 940-1190SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due Jun 1

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West Liberty University
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West Liberty, WV

West Liberty University

Public 4 Year

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1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in West Virginia

  • 2,315enrollment
  • $13,788net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 888-1130SAT range
  • 6-9ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance66%

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Henderson State University
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Arkadelphia, AR

Henderson State University

Public 4 Year

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990 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 2,519enrollment
  • $17,656net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 903-1073SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Jul 15

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Defiance College
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Defiance, OH
 

Defiance College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

990 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 540enrollment
  • $23,196net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 860-1110SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance57%

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Wilberforce University
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HBCU
Wilberforce, OH
 

Wilberforce University

Private 4 Year

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890 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 656enrollment
  • $14,070net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 840-940SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.82Estimated Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance61%

Applications Due Jul 1

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Olivet College
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Olivet, MI
 

Olivet College

Private 4 Year

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1020 Average SAT Score

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  • 919enrollment
  • $21,394net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 910-1120SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance78%

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Ripon College
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Ripon, WI

Ripon College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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  • 766enrollment
  • $21,999net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 940-1160SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance69%

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Lewis Clark State College
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Lewiston, ID
 

Lewis Clark State College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Idaho

  • 3,746enrollment
  • $11,476net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 850-1110SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Aug 8

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Rochester College
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Rochester Hills, MI
 

Rochester College

Private 4 Year

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950 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,167enrollment
  • $18,665net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 840-1060SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.13Estimated Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance70%

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Carlow University
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Pittsburgh, PA

Carlow University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

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#52 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,104enrollment
  • $17,437net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 850-1100SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance92%

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Hiram College
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Hiram, OH

Hiram College

Private 4 Year

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1000 Average SAT Score

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#26 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,018enrollment
  • $19,384net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 890-1100SAT range
  • 16-24ACT range
  • 3.28Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance90%

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Tusculum College
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Greeneville, TN

Tusculum College

Private 4 Year

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1010 Average SAT Score

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#19 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 1,303enrollment
  • $20,414net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 910-1110SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.18Estimated Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance73%

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Southwestern College
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Winfield, KS
 

Southwestern College

Private 4 Year

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1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in Kansas

  • 1,174enrollment
  • $27,003net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 900-1220SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance59%

Applications Due Aug 22

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Louisiana State University Alexandria
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Alexandria, LA

Louisiana State University Alexandria

Public 4 Year

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1010 Average SAT Score

 

#9 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 4,289enrollment
  • $7,274net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 910-1110SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.16Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance47%

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FAQs

Is a 940 a good SAT score?

A score of 940 is pretty low. The score puts you in the bottom 29th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 940 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 940 SAT score?

San Francisco State University, California State University Los Angeles and California State University Sacramento are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 940 SAT score.

What percentile is 940 on the SAT?

A 940 ranks in the bottom 29th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 940 SAT?

A 940 converts to a 17 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 17 ACT score.