Colleges for a 1200 on the SAT

What colleges can I apply to with a SAT score of 1200?

With a 1200 on the SAT, these colleges are a good match for your score

Looking at the most recent published freshman class SAT scores for all U.S. colleges, we've found 522 schools where submitting a 1200 with your college application places you around the middle SAT score range of admitted students' average SAT scores. They represent the most popular schools where you will be a competitive applicant and those which have historically accepted a 1200 SAT score. You can view your reach schools and safety schools by using the admission chance filter. Keep in mind, a SAT score alone won't get you admitted. It's equally important to have the GPA that the college is expecting for incoming students.

Is a 1200 a good SAT score?

Yes, a score of 1200 is quite good. It places you in the top 76th percentile nationally out of the 1.7 million test takers of the SAT entrance exam. The score indicates you've done a well above above average job answering the questions on the Math and Evidence-Based Reading & Writing sections of the test. If a 1200 isn't strong enough to get into your dream school, consider taking a test prep course to see if you can raise your score.

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1200 SAT score?

For comparison purposes, a 1200 on the SAT converts to a 25 on the ACT based on the College Board / ACT concordance. Not all colleges report both SAT and ACT score admission data so you should check our comparable listings for both standardized tests to find academically similar schools.

What colleges can I get into?

Here are some of the top ranked colleges which have historically accepted students in this test score range. Scroll down further to explore, search, sort and filter the full list.

Best ranked colleges for a 1200 SAT score
CollegeAverage SAT
Yeshiva University1270
Texas Christian University1250
University of California Irvine1300
University of Denver1270
Rhode Island School of Design1310
University of California Davis1280
Purdue University Main Campus1300
DePauw University1230
Muhlenberg College1270
Simmons University1220
University of Tulsa1300
University of San Diego1280
Virginia Military Institute1210
University at Buffalo1250
Chapman University1280
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522 results found

List of 1200 SAT Colleges

Displaying 522 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 1,384 target schools (good chance), 178 reach (harder) schools and 1,390 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Florida State University
F
Tallahassee, FL
Florida State University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1280 Average SAT

#3 Best Colleges in Florida

  • 41,005enrollment
  • $16,450net price
  • 37%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1350SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.88Avg GPA
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Admission Chance26%
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Arizona State University
A
Tempe, AZ
Arizona State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1250 Average SAT

#2 Best Colleges in Arizona

  • 51,585enrollment
  • $12,947net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1360SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
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Admission Chance82%
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Penn State Main Campus
P
University Park, PA
Penn State Main Campus

Public 4 Year

9 reviews

1260 Average SAT

#1 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 46,810enrollment
  • $25,346net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1360SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
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Admission Chance48%
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Virginia Tech
V
Blacksburg, VA
Virginia Tech

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1290 Average SAT

#4 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 34,683enrollment
  • $18,700net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1390SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.95Avg GPA
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Admission Chance55%
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Michigan State University
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S
East Lansing, MI
Michigan State University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1210 Average SAT

#2 Best Colleges in Michigan

  • 50,351enrollment
  • $16,684net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1310SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
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Admission Chance77%
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The University of Alabama
A
Tuscaloosa, AL
The University of Alabama

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1170 Average SAT

#3 Best Colleges in Alabama

  • 38,390enrollment
  • $19,993net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1280SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
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Admission Chance62%
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University of Central Florida
C
Orlando, FL
University of Central Florida

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1250 Average SAT

#4 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 68,475enrollment
  • $15,341net price
  • 43%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1340SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
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Admission Chance36%
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San Diego State University
S
San Diego, CA
San Diego State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1210 Average SAT

#10 Best Public Universities in California

  • 35,303enrollment
  • $13,363net price
  • 35%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1310SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
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Admission Chance34%
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Auburn University
A
Auburn University, AL
Auburn University

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1230 Average SAT

#1 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 30,440enrollment
  • $22,613net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1310SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
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Admission Chance71%
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University of California Irvine
C
Irvine, CA
University of California Irvine

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1300 Average SAT

#10 Best Public Universities in America

  • 36,032enrollment
  • $13,944net price
  • 29%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1410SAT range
  • 25-33ACT range
  • 3.92Avg GPA
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Admission Chance20%
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Baylor University
B
Waco, TX
Baylor University

Private 4 Year

7 reviews

1280 Average SAT

#5 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 17,217enrollment
  • $37,745net price
  • 39%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1370SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.74*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance29%
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The University of Tennessee
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T
Knoxville, TN
The University of Tennessee

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1240 Average SAT

#1 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 28,894enrollment
  • $20,995net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1330SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.85Avg GPA
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Admission Chance74%
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University of Kentucky
K
Lexington, KY
University of Kentucky

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1190 Average SAT

#2 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 29,182enrollment
  • $19,361net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1300SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
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Admission Chance94%
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Purdue University Main Campus
P
West Lafayette, IN
Purdue University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1300 Average SAT

#14 Best Public Universities in America

  • 44,474enrollment
  • $12,117net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1410SAT range
  • 25-32ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
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Admission Chance47%
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Texas A & M University College Station
T
College Station, TX
Texas A & M University College Station

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1280 Average SAT

#2 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 68,679enrollment
  • $19,554net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1380SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.68*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance59%
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University of Hawaii at Manoa
H
Honolulu, HI
University of Hawaii at Manoa

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT

#1 Best Public Universities in Hawaii

  • 17,710enrollment
  • $15,479net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1240SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
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Admission Chance88%
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University of Arizona
A
Tucson, AZ
University of Arizona

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT

#1 Best Public Universities in Arizona

  • 44,097enrollment
  • $15,758net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1310SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
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Admission Chance85%
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Kennesaw State University
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K
Kennesaw, Georgia
Kennesaw State University

Public 4 Year

13 reviews

1160 Average SAT

 

  • 24,176enrollment
  • $15,451net price
  • 62%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1250SAT range
  • 21-24ACT range
  • 3.22Avg GPA
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Admission Chance67%
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FAQs

Is a 1200 a good SAT score?

Yes, a score of 1200 is quite good. The score puts you in the top 76th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1200 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1200 SAT score?

Florida State University, Arizona State University and Penn State Main Campus are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1200 SAT score.

What percentile is 1200 on the SAT?

A 1200 ranks in the top 76th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1200 SAT?

A 1200 converts to a 25 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 25 ACT score.