Colleges for a 830 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 830 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 830 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 60 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 830 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 830 SAT bad?

A score of 830 isn't very competitive. It situates you in the bottom 13th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your very poor 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 830 score represents 52% of the total possible points. If a 830 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 830

Let's examine how a 830 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 830 is 237 points (22%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 830 is 224 points (21%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 830 is 282 points (25%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 830 is 104 points (11%) lower than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 830 is 137 points (14%) lower than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 830 is 409 points (33%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 830 is 120 points (13%) lower than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 830 is 97 points (10%) lower than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 830 is 286 points (26%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 830 is 230 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 830 SAT score?

A 830 on the SAT translates to a 15 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 830 SAT score?

Scoring a 830 on the SAT places you in the 13th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 13% 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 221,000 students with only 1,479,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 60 colleges where your 830 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 168 target schools (good chance), 1,329 reach (harder) schools and 1,332 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Bloomfield College
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Bloomfield, NJ

Bloomfield College

Private 4 Year

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870 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 1,153enrollment
  • $20,320net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 770-960SAT range
  • 14-16ACT range
  • 2.69Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance74%

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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 830 SAT
Admission Chance54%

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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 830 SAT
Admission Chance40%

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Johnson C Smith University
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HBCU
Charlotte, NC

Johnson C Smith University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

890 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,093enrollment
  • $20,045net price
  • 25%acceptance rate
  • 800-980SAT range
  • 13-18ACT range
  • 2.48Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance18%

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Virginia Union University
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HBCU
Richmond, VA

Virginia Union University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

900 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,860enrollment
  • $21,057net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 813-990SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.71Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance72%

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Wesley College
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Dover, DE

Wesley College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 917enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 820-1050SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.93Estimated Avg GPA
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Youngstown State University
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Youngstown, OH

Youngstown State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

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#11 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 11,071enrollment
  • $11,900net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 830-1160SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Life University
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Marietta, GA

Life University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 2,753enrollment
  • $28,226net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 830-1117SAT range
  • 17-19ACT range
  • 3.11Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance96%

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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

0 reviews

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 830 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Jul 1

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Paine College
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HBCU
Augusta, GA
 

Paine College

Private 4 Year

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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 830 SAT
Admission Chance45%

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Fisher College
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Boston, MA

Fisher College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

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#32 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,421enrollment
  • $26,257net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 800-1070SAT range
  • 15-24ACT range
  • 2.72Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance63%

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Dallas Christian College
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Dallas, TX

Dallas Christian College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

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  • 247enrollment
  • $22,631net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 793-1077SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.06Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance38%

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University of Dubuque
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Dubuque, IA

University of Dubuque

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

950 Average SAT Score

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#14 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,776enrollment
  • $22,879net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 828-1070SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance75%

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Piedmont International University
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Winston Salem, NC
 

Piedmont International University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 691enrollment
  • $15,119net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 770-1230SAT range
  • 15-23ACT range
  • 3.07Estimated Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance16%

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Edward Waters College
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HBCU
Jacksonville, FL

Edward Waters College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

910 Average SAT Score

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  • 1,181enrollment
  • $13,649net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 820-990SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.64Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance75%

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Gallaudet University
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Washington, DC

Gallaudet University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

920 Average SAT Score

 

#1 Best Value Colleges in District Of Columbia

  • 1,322enrollment
  • $13,787net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 752-1089SAT range
  • 14-20ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance51%

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Bethel College Mishawaka
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Mishawaka, IN
 

Bethel College Mishawaka

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

860 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 1,292enrollment
  • $18,746net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 800-920SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance99%

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Livingstone College
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HBCU
Salisbury, NC

Livingstone College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

880 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 839enrollment
  • $15,914net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 800-960SAT range
  • 14-21ACT range
  • 2.64Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance54%

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FAQs

Is a 830 a good SAT score?

A score of 830 isn't very competitive. The score puts you in the bottom 13th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 830 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 830 SAT score?

Alabama State University, Texas Southern University and Virginia State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 830 SAT score.

What percentile is 830 on the SAT?

A 830 ranks in the bottom 13th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 830 SAT?

A 830 converts to a 15 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 15 ACT score.