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.

Alabama A & M University
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HBCU
Normal, AL

Alabama A & M University

Public 4 Year

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930 Average SAT Score

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#11 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 6,007enrollment
  • $14,600net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 830-1033SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 3.02Avg GPA
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Admission Chance73%

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Jacksonville State University
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Jacksonville, AL

Jacksonville State University

Public 4 Year

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1070 Average SAT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 9,632enrollment
  • $11,953net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 940-1200SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
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Admission Chance68%

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Columbus State University
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Columbus, GA

Columbus State University

Public 4 Year

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1020 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 7,479enrollment
  • $12,902net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 900-1130SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Jun 30

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Norfolk State University
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HBCU
Norfolk, VA

Norfolk State University

Public 4 Year

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940 Average SAT Score

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#15 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 5,783enrollment
  • $14,652net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 840-1040SAT range
  • 15-20ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due May 31

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South Carolina State University
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HBCU
Orangeburg, SC

South Carolina State University

Public 4 Year

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930 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 2,649enrollment
  • $17,435net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 800-1050SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 3.17Avg GPA
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Admission Chance87%

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California Baptist University
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Riverside, CA

California Baptist University

Private 4 Year

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1060 Average SAT Score

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#31 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 11,495enrollment
  • $27,304net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 960-1150SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
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Admission Chance69%

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Texas Woman's University
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Denton, TX

Texas Woman's University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 15,958enrollment
  • $11,682net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 930-1140SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
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Admission Chance91%

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Lamar University
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Beaumont, TX

Lamar University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

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#25 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 16,803enrollment
  • $11,757net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 830-1030SAT range
  • 14-19ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
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Admission Chance87%

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Adams State College
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Alamosa, CO

Adams State College

Public 4 Year

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1020 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 2,854enrollment
  • $13,224net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 910-1130SAT range
  • 15-26ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
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Admission Chance99%

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University of the Incarnate Word
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San Antonio, TX

University of the Incarnate Word

Private 4 Year

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1020 Average SAT Score

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#22 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 7,305enrollment
  • $20,832net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 910-1133SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
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Admission Chance92%

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Eastern Michigan University
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Ypsilanti, MI

Eastern Michigan University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

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#13 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 14,018enrollment
  • $15,826net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 930-1180SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
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Admission Chance76%

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Troy University
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Troy, AL

Troy University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

 

#9 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 14,156enrollment
  • $13,187net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
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Admission Chance92%

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University of Mary Hardin Baylor
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Belton, TX

University of Mary Hardin Baylor

Private 4 Year

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1090 Average SAT Score

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#21 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 3,575enrollment
  • $31,197net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
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Admission Chance93%

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Bowie State University
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HBCU
Bowie, MD

Bowie State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

920 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 6,275enrollment
  • $13,886net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 800-1048SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due May 15

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Johnson & Wales University Providence
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Providence, RI

Johnson & Wales University Providence

Private 4 Year

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1070 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Private Colleges in Rhode Island

  • 4,566enrollment
  • $32,801net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 940-1190SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance75%

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University of La Verne
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La Verne, CA

University of La Verne

Private 4 Year

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1140 Average SAT Score

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#21 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 5,662enrollment
  • $25,103net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 970-1303SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
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Admission Chance60%

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Metropolitan State College of Denver
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Denver, CO

Metropolitan State College of Denver

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 16,995enrollment
  • $14,805net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 910-1130SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.03Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Jul 1

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Delaware State University
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HBCU
Dover, DE

Delaware State University

Public 4 Year

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950 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Delaware

  • 5,826enrollment
  • $11,886net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 830-1060SAT range
  • 20-24ACT range
  • 3.09Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance58%

Applications Due Feb 1

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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.