Colleges for a 970 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 970 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 970 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 414 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 970 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 970 SAT bad?

You can probably do better than a score of 970. It situates you in the bottom 34th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your 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 970 score represents 61% of the total possible points. If a 970 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 970

Let's examine how a 970 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 970 is 97 points (9%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 970 is 84 points (8%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 970 is 142 points (13%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 970 is 36 points (4%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 970 is 3 points (0%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 970 is 269 points (22%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 970 is 20 points (2%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 970 is 43 points (5%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 970 is 146 points (13%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 970 is 90 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 970 SAT score?

A 970 on the SAT translates to a 18 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 970 SAT score?

Scoring a 970 on the SAT places you in the 34th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 34% 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 578,000 students with only 1,122,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 414 colleges where your 970 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 1,188 target schools (good chance), 1,593 reach (harder) schools and 1,347 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Montclair State University
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Montclair, NJ

Montclair State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 21,784enrollment
  • $13,742net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 950-1200SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
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Admission Chance86%

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Radford University
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Radford, VA

Radford University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 7,718enrollment
  • $17,105net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 960-1160SAT range
  • 19-23ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
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Admission Chance88%

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Sonoma State University
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Rohnert Park, CA

Sonoma State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Public Universities in California

  • 6,637enrollment
  • $15,507net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
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Admission Chance90%

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Stephen F Austin State University
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Nacogdoches, TX

Stephen F Austin State University

Public 4 Year

8 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

 

#19 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 11,327enrollment
  • $13,858net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 970-1160SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.26Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance83%

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Northern Illinois University
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Dekalb, IL

Northern Illinois University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 15,649enrollment
  • $13,884net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 940-1170SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance60%

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Valdosta State University
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Valdosta, GA

Valdosta State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 10,209enrollment
  • $12,836net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 950-1130SAT range
  • 17-21ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance83%

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California State University Northridge
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Northridge, CA

California State University Northridge

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

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#24 Best Public Universities in California

  • 37,579enrollment
  • $8,936net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 900-1110SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.38Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance89%

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Tarleton State University
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Stephenville, TX

Tarleton State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#17 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 14,092enrollment
  • $13,755net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.21Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance80%

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University of California Merced
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Merced, CA

University of California Merced

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#14 Best Public Universities in California

  • 9,103enrollment
  • $13,549net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 960-1140SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance82%

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Prairie View A & M University
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HBCU
Prairie View, TX

Prairie View A & M University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

960 Average SAT Score

 

#26 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 9,056enrollment
  • $12,875net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 860-1050SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance78%

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North Carolina Central University
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HBCU
Durham, NC

North Carolina Central University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

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#11 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 7,553enrollment
  • $13,708net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 810-1130SAT range
  • 15-23ACT range
  • 3.27Avg GPA
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Admission Chance84%

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Winston Salem State University
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HBCU
Winston-Salem, NC

Winston Salem State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 5,004enrollment
  • $14,097net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 830-1050SAT range
  • 14-19ACT range
  • 3.01Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Feb 15

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California State University San Marcos
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San Marcos, CA

California State University San Marcos

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

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#20 Best Public Universities in California

  • 15,109enrollment
  • $10,463net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 950-1130SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.32Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance92%

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Southern Illinois University Carbondale
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Carbondale, IL

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

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#5 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 11,107enrollment
  • $16,990net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 900-1140SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance89%

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Humboldt State University
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Arcata, CA

Humboldt State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

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#19 Best Public Universities in California

  • 6,025enrollment
  • $14,325net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 970-1190SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance96%

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Georgia Gwinnett College
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Lawrenceville, GA

Georgia Gwinnett College

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

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  • 11,030enrollment
  • $10,981net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 940-1170SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 2.88Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due May 3

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Tuskegee University
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HBCU
Tuskegee, AL

Tuskegee University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

 

#2 Best Private Colleges in Alabama

  • 2,570enrollment
  • $35,596net price
  • 30%acceptance rate
  • 970-1215SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance18%

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Dallas Baptist University
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Dallas, TX

Dallas Baptist University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

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#15 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 4,348enrollment
  • $27,607net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
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Admission Chance84%

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FAQs

Is a 970 a good SAT score?

You can probably do better than a score of 970. The score puts you in the bottom 34th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 970 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 970 SAT score?

San Francisco State University, Grand Valley State University and California State University Los Angeles are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 970 SAT score.

What percentile is 970 on the SAT?

A 970 ranks in the bottom 34th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 970 SAT?

A 970 converts to a 18 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 18 ACT score.