Colleges for a 950 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 950 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 950 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 330 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 950 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 950 SAT bad?

A score of 950 is pretty low. It situates you in the bottom 31st 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 950 score represents 59% of the total possible points. If a 950 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 950

Let's examine how a 950 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 950 is 117 points (11%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 950 is 104 points (10%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 950 is 162 points (15%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 950 is 16 points (2%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 950 is 17 points (2%) lower than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 950 is 289 points (23%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 950 is 0 points (0%) lower than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 950 is 23 points (2%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 950 is 166 points (15%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 950 is 110 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 950 SAT score?

A 950 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 950 SAT score?

Scoring a 950 on the SAT places you in the 31st percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 31% 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 527,000 students with only 1,173,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 330 colleges where your 950 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 945 target schools (good chance), 1,704 reach (harder) schools and 1,341 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Southern Virginia University
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Buena Vista, VA

Southern Virginia University

Private 4 Year

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1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,053enrollment
  • $23,274net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 900-1250SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.19Avg GPA
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Admission Chance98%

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Coppin State University
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HBCU
Baltimore, MD

Coppin State University

Public 4 Year

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950 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 2,006enrollment
  • $8,562net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 860-1040SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.62Avg GPA
Your 950 SAT
Admission Chance45%

Applications Due Jul 15

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West Texas A & M University
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Canyon, TX

West Texas A & M University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 9,242enrollment
  • $17,001net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 950 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
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Tifton, GA

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 3,647enrollment
  • $7,260net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 890-1100SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 2.85Avg GPA
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Admission Chance61%

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The University of Texas Pan American
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Edinburg, TX

The University of Texas Pan American

Public 4 Year

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960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 31,559enrollment
  • $8,105net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 830-1090SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.16Estimated Avg GPA
Your 950 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Jul 1

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Northwood University Florida
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West Palm Beach, Florida
 

Northwood University Florida

Private 4 Year

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1000 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 664enrollment
  • $16,764net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 900-1090SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.13Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance46%

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American International College
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Springfield, MA
 

American International College

Private 4 Year

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1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#34 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 2,010enrollment
  • $18,317net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 940-1110SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.91Avg GPA
Your 950 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Sep 7

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New Jersey City University
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Jersey City, NJ

New Jersey City University

Public 4 Year

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1020 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 6,539enrollment
  • $19,252net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 890-1140SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
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Admission Chance87%

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Point University
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East Point, GA
 

Point University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 2,015enrollment
  • $19,890net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 850-1100SAT range
  • 13-23ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
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Admission Chance22%

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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 Chance52%

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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

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#30 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,444enrollment
  • $20,151net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 890-1100SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.09Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance74%

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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 950 SAT
Admission Chance87%

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

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1050 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Missouri

  • 8,505enrollment
  • $14,197net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 938-1158SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 950 SAT
Admission Chance78%

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Nichols College
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Dudley, MA

Nichols College

Private 4 Year

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1060 Average SAT Score

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#33 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,403enrollment
  • $27,192net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 945-1180SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
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Admission Chance75%

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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 950 SAT
Admission Chance43%

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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

0 reviews

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
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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 Chance79%

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FAQs

Is a 950 a good SAT score?

A score of 950 is pretty low. The score puts you in the bottom 31st percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 950 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 950 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 950 SAT score.

What percentile is 950 on the SAT?

A 950 ranks in the bottom 31st percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 950 SAT?

A 950 converts to a 17 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 17 ACT score.