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.

Northeastern Illinois University
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Chicago, IL

Northeastern Illinois University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

910 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 5,756enrollment
  • $14,262net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 810-1010SAT range
  • 15-21ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due Jul 15

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California State University Monterey Bay
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Seaside, CA

California State University Monterey Bay

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#22 Best Public Universities in California

  • 7,045enrollment
  • $11,435net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 960-1160SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Mount St. Mary's College
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Los Angeles, CA

Mount St. Mary's College

Private 4 Year

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1010 Average SAT Score

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#27 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 2,440enrollment
  • $28,717net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 900-1110SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance72%

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University of North Carolina at Pembroke
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Pembroke, NC

University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 7,666enrollment
  • $8,208net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 890-1140SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due May 1

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SUNY College at Buffalo
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Buffalo, NY

SUNY College at Buffalo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 6,445enrollment
  • $13,812net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 940-1178SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.84Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance79%

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Benedict College
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HBCU
Columbia, SC
 

Benedict College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

920 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 1,840enrollment
  • $17,845net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 820-1020SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Feb 15

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PennWest California
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California, PA

PennWest California

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

 

#20 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 6,509enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 940-1150SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
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Cleveland State University
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Cleveland, OH

Cleveland State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 14,385enrollment
  • $15,719net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 880-1130SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.31Estimated Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Aug 15

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College of Coastal Georgia
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Brunswick, GA

College of Coastal Georgia

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 3,147enrollment
  • $12,117net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 900-1140SAT range
  • 15-22ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Aug 5

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Lincoln University of Pennsylvania
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HBCU
Lincoln University, PA

Lincoln University of Pennsylvania

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

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#19 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 1,824enrollment
  • $15,502net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 840-1040SAT range
  • 15-20ACT range
  • 3.06Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due May 1

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Marymount University
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Arlington, VA

Marymount University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 3,711enrollment
  • $24,664net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 970-1170SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.38Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance69%

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Florida College
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Temple Terrace, FL
 

Florida College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 622enrollment
  • $21,360net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 930-1200SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.28Estimated Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance62%

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Southern University and A & M College
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HBCU
Baton Rouge, LA

Southern University and A & M College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

910 Average SAT Score

 

#12 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 7,320enrollment
  • $16,959net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 820-1000SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Aug 1

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University of Maryland Eastern Shore
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HBCU
Princess Anne, MD

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 2,518enrollment
  • $12,020net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 840-1010SAT range
  • 16-19ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Jun 1

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Life Pacific College
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San Dimas, CA

Life Pacific College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 500enrollment
  • $22,395net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 930-1085SAT range
  • 16-25ACT range
  • 2.91Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due May 1

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Belmont Abbey College
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Belmont, NC

Belmont Abbey College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,501enrollment
  • $23,522net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 950-1140SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.32Avg GPA
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Admission Chance95%

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Webber International University
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Babson Park, FL
 

Webber International University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 1,133enrollment
  • $27,995net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 853-1060SAT range
  • 14-20ACT range
  • 2.98Avg GPA
Your 970 SAT
Admission Chance51%

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Wichita State University
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Wichita, KS

Wichita State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Kansas

  • 16,216enrollment
  • $13,553net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 953-1260SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
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Admission Chance91%

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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.