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.

Texas Wesleyan University
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Fort Worth, TX

Texas Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 2,578enrollment
  • $15,652net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 910-1100SAT range
  • 14-21ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
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Admission Chance50%

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Notre Dame College
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Cleveland, OH
 

Notre Dame College

Private 4 Year

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1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#30 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,444enrollment
  • $20,151net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 890-1100SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.09Estimated Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance73%

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Dominican University
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River Forest, IL

Dominican University

Private 4 Year

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1020 Average SAT Score

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#19 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 3,196enrollment
  • $18,162net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 890-1140SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Aug 31

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Northwest Missouri State University
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Maryville, MO

Northwest Missouri State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Missouri

  • 8,505enrollment
  • $14,197net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 938-1158SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
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Admission Chance77%

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San Diego State University Imperial Valley Campus
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Calexico, California

San Diego State University Imperial Valley Campus

Public 4 Year

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960 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 808enrollment
  • -net price
  • 44%acceptance rate
  • 850-1060SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance42%

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Sul Ross State University
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Alpine, TX

Sul Ross State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 1,987enrollment
  • $13,130net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 850-1080SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.32Avg GPA
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Admission Chance97%

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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

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#18 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 3,725enrollment
  • $22,117net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 840-1080SAT range
  • 16-26ACT range
  • 3.13Avg GPA
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Admission Chance87%

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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 Chance78%

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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

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#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

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#11 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,363enrollment
  • $23,781net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 850-1170SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
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Admission Chance71%

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Albion College
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Albion, MI

Albion College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,456enrollment
  • $19,351net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 930-1160SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
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Admission Chance53%

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North Park University
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Chicago, IL

North Park University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

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#22 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 2,660enrollment
  • $19,029net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 890-1162SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.14Avg GPA
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Admission Chance59%

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Millikin University
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Decatur, IL

Millikin University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,807enrollment
  • $10,492net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 930-1200SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance62%

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Macon State College
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Macon, Georgia
 

Macon State College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 5,702enrollment
  • -net price
  • 47%acceptance rate
  • 890-1100SAT range
  • 16-20ACT range
  • 2.96Estimated Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance39%

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Paine College
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HBCU
Augusta, GA
 

Paine College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

880 Average SAT Score

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  • 310enrollment
  • $15,877net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 776-976SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 2.81Estimated Avg GPA
Your 940 SAT
Admission Chance62%

Applications Due Jul 1

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University of South Carolina Beaufort
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Bluffton, SC

University of South Carolina Beaufort

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

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#11 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 2,124enrollment
  • $16,113net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 940-1110SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.82Avg GPA
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Admission Chance68%

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Newberry College
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Newberry, SC

Newberry College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 1,312enrollment
  • $19,405net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 928-1103SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
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Admission Chance63%

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Chestnut Hill College
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Philadelphia, PA

Chestnut Hill College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#56 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,420enrollment
  • $25,357net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 900-1090SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA
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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.