Pacific Northwestern Colleges for a 1200 on the SAT

What Pacific Northwestern colleges accept a 1200 SAT score?

These Pacific Northwestern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1200 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 26 Pacific Northwestern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1200 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 Pacific Northwestern colleges

Is a 1200 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1200 is quite good. It situates you in the top 76th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your well above 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 1200 score represents 75% of the total possible points. If a 1200 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 1200

Let's examine how a 1200 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1200 is 133 points (12%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1200 is 146 points (14%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1200 is 88 points (8%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1200 is 266 points (28%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1200 is 233 points (24%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1200 is 39 points (3%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1200 is 250 points (26%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1200 is 273 points (29%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1200 is 84 points (8%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1200 is 140 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1200 SAT score?

A 1200 on the SAT translates to a 25 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 1200 SAT score?

Scoring a 1200 on the SAT places you in the 76th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 76% 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 1,292,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 408,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1200 SAT Colleges

Displaying 26 colleges where your 1200 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 81 target schools (good chance), 21 reach (harder) schools and 81 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Whitworth University
W
Spokane, WA

Whitworth University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Washington

  • 2,415enrollment
  • $28,299net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1350SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Mar 1

Linfield University
L
McMinnville, OR

Linfield University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Oregon

  • 1,754enrollment
  • $31,585net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1210SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Feb 1

Oregon Institute of Technology
O
Klamath Falls, OR
 

Oregon Institute of Technology

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 4,911enrollment
  • $17,283net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1255SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Applications Due Sep 4

Multnomah University
M
Portland, OR
 

Multnomah University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 608enrollment
  • $27,695net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1220SAT range
  • 16-28ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance65%

Applications Due Aug 1

The College of Idaho
I
Caldwell, ID

The College of Idaho

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in Idaho

  • 1,082enrollment
  • $24,075net price
  • 46%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1240SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance54%

Applications Due Feb 15

Northwest Nazarene University
N
Nampa, ID

Northwest Nazarene University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Idaho

  • 1,778enrollment
  • $25,674net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Aug 15

Northwest Christian University
N
Eugene, OR
 

Northwest Christian University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 699enrollment
  • $23,787net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1215SAT range
  • 17-18ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance75%

New Saint Andrews College
N
Moscow, Idaho

New Saint Andrews College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 294enrollment
  • $15,053net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1320SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Feb 15