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.

Trinity College of Florida
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Trinity, FL
 

Trinity College of Florida

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 181enrollment
  • $14,645net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 780-1150SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.04Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance48%

Applications Due Jul 31

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Wright State University Lake Campus
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Celina, OH
 

Wright State University Lake Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

840 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 1,294enrollment
  • $11,585net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 790-890SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.27Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT

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Rust College
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HBCU
Holly Springs, MS

Rust College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

890 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 755enrollment
  • $8,151net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 440-1339SAT range
  • 17-18ACT range
  • 2.66Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance78%

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York College
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York, NE
 

York College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 626enrollment
  • $17,835net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 800-1125SAT range
  • 14-27ACT range
  • 3.02Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance44%

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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
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HBCU
Pine Bluff, AR

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 2,387enrollment
  • $9,959net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 805-1045SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance57%

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Tougaloo College
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HBCU
Tougaloo, MS
 

Tougaloo College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 677enrollment
  • $13,718net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 790-1090SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 2.8Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance38%

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Marian University
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Fond Du Lac, WI
 

Marian University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 1,340enrollment
  • $25,394net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 800-1080SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.16Estimated Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance61%

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Fairmont State University
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Fairmont, WV

Fairmont State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in West Virginia

  • 3,498enrollment
  • $10,794net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 820-1050SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance96%

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Iowa Wesleyan College
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Mount Pleasant, IA

Iowa Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

920 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 871enrollment
  • $20,074net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 830-1010SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.02Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Aug 15

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Villa Maria College
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Buffalo, NY
 

Villa Maria College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

890 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 465enrollment
  • $14,576net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 730-1050SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.87Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance74%

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Northwestern Oklahoma State University
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Alva, OK
 

Northwestern Oklahoma State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

950 Average SAT Score

 

#5 Best Public Universities in Oklahoma

  • 1,852enrollment
  • $10,448net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 830-1070SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance40%

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Mount Marty College
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Yankton, SD
 

Mount Marty College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Private Colleges in South Dakota

  • 1,252enrollment
  • $21,476net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 810-1050SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance55%

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Greenville University
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Greenville, IL

Greenville University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,088enrollment
  • $20,718net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 809-1209SAT range
  • 15-28ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance90%

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Northern State University
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Aberdeen, SD
 

Northern State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in South Dakota

  • 3,344enrollment
  • $17,264net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 800-1150SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance68%

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Mid Atlantic Christian University
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Elizabeth City, NC
 

Mid Atlantic Christian University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 133enrollment
  • $22,120net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 760-1160SAT range
  • 14-21ACT range
  • 3.09Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance53%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Visible Music College
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Memphis, TN
 

Visible Music College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 230enrollment
  • $23,636net price
  • 20%acceptance rate
  • 605-1250SAT range
  • 17-21ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance17%

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Alice Lloyd College
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Pippa Passes, KY

Alice Lloyd College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

950 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 565enrollment
  • $16,596net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 760-1140SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 830 SAT
Admission Chance97%

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Mercy College of Ohio
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Toledo, OH
 

Mercy College of Ohio

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

910 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#24 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,261enrollment
  • $14,564net price
  • 46%acceptance rate
  • 780-1030SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance37%

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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.