Colleges for a 1250 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1250 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1250 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 452 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1250 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 1250 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1250 is very competitive. It situates you in the top 82nd 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 1250 score represents 78% of the total possible points. If a 1250 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 1250

Let's examine how a 1250 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1250 is 183 points (17%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1250 is 196 points (19%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1250 is 138 points (12%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1250 is 316 points (34%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1250 is 283 points (29%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1250 is 11 points (1%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1250 is 300 points (32%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1250 is 323 points (35%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1250 is 134 points (12%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1250 is 190 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1250 SAT score?

A 1250 on the SAT translates to a 26 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 1250 SAT score?

Scoring a 1250 on the SAT places you in the 82nd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 82% 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 1,394,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 306,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 452 colleges where your 1250 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 1,488 target schools (good chance), 237 reach (harder) schools and 3,126 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

University of Oregon
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Eugene, OR

University of Oregon

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 23,163enrollment
  • $22,077net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1370SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance86%

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Indiana University Bloomington
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Bloomington, IN

Indiana University Bloomington

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 47,005enrollment
  • $16,234net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1400SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance78%

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Oregon State University
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Corvallis, OR

Oregon State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 34,292enrollment
  • $21,163net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1370SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance83%

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Iowa State University
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Ames, IA

Iowa State University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Iowa

  • 29,969enrollment
  • $15,310net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1350SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance91%

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University of San Francisco
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San Francisco, CA

University of San Francisco

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1310 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 9,688enrollment
  • $42,953net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1210-1410SAT range
  • 27-31ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance62%

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James Madison University
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Harrisonburg, VA

James Madison University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 22,224enrollment
  • $18,274net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1320SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.57Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance80%

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University of Illinois at Chicago
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Chicago, IL

University of Illinois at Chicago

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 33,747enrollment
  • $10,384net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1340SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance81%

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SUNY at Albany
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Albany, NY

SUNY at Albany

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 16,658enrollment
  • $17,714net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1320SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance72%

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University of South Florida Main Campus
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Tampa, FL

University of South Florida Main Campus

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

 

#4 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 49,600enrollment
  • $11,004net price
  • 44%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1330SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.64Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance47%

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Elon University
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Elon, NC

Elon University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 7,123enrollment
  • $41,527net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1360SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.65Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Jan 10

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California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo
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San Luis Obispo, CA

California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Public Universities in California

  • 22,000enrollment
  • $19,184net price
  • 30%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1410SAT range
  • 26-32ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance22%

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Ball State University
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Muncie, IN

Ball State University

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 19,777enrollment
  • $12,615net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1260SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
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Admission Chance80%

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University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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Charlotte, NC

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 29,551enrollment
  • $13,951net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1290SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Jun 1

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The University of Texas at Dallas
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Richardson, TX

The University of Texas at Dallas

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 31,570enrollment
  • $13,555net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1430SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.78Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance82%

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Drexel University
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Philadelphia, PA

Drexel University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1330 Average SAT Score

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#13 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 22,344enrollment
  • $39,267net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1230-1430SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.67Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance71%

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University of Iowa
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Iowa City, IA

University of Iowa

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Iowa

  • 30,015enrollment
  • $19,587net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1340SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance87%

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Old Dominion University
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Norfolk, VA

Old Dominion University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

 

#12 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 23,107enrollment
  • $16,098net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1250SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance97%

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University of California Riverside
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Riverside, CA

University of California Riverside

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in California

  • 26,809enrollment
  • $14,487net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1280SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance78%

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FAQs

Is a 1250 a good SAT score?

Yes, a score of 1250 is very competitive. The score puts you in the top 82nd percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1250 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1250 SAT score?

The University of Texas at Austin, Florida State University and Clemson University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1250 SAT score.

What percentile is 1250 on the SAT?

A 1250 ranks in the top 82nd percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1250 SAT?

A 1250 converts to a 26 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 26 ACT score.