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 528 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 Connecticut1310
University of California Davis1290
University of Denver1260
DePauw University1250
Denison University1310
Purdue University Main Campus1320
Sewanee The University of the South1250
University of San Diego1280
Muhlenberg College1250
Chapman University1290
University of Tulsa1230
The College of New Jersey1260
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List of 1200 SAT Colleges

Displaying 470 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 1,348 target schools (good chance), 180 reach (harder) schools and 1,362 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Penn State Main Campus
P
University Park, PA
Penn State Main Campus

Public 4 Year

10 reviews

1190 Average SAT

#2 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 46,810enrollment
  • $24,724net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1310SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
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Admission Chance77%
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Howard University
H
Washington, DC
Howard University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1210 Average SAT

#2 Best Value Colleges in District Of Columbia

  • 9,139enrollment
  • $21,428net price
  • 36%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1280SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.54*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance35%
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University of Delaware
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D
Newark, DE
University of Delaware

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1260 Average SAT

#1 Best Value in Delaware

  • 24,120enrollment
  • $17,539net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1350SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
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Admission Chance64%
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George Mason University
G
Fairfax, VA
George Mason University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1220 Average SAT

#5 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 37,316enrollment
  • $20,157net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1320SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
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Admission Chance86%
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James Madison University
J
Harrisonburg, VA
James Madison University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1210 Average SAT

#6 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 21,751enrollment
  • $18,708net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1290SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.57*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance76%
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West Virginia University
W
Morgantown, WV
West Virginia University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1130 Average SAT

#1 Best Value in West Virginia

  • 26,864enrollment
  • $12,743net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1230SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
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Admission Chance88%
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Florida State University
F
Tallahassee, FL
Florida State University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1270 Average SAT

#3 Best Colleges in Florida

  • 41,005enrollment
  • $12,568net price
  • 36%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1340SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.88Avg GPA
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Admission Chance25%
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Arizona State University
A
Tempe, AZ
Arizona State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1240 Average SAT

#1 Best Value in Arizona

  • 51,585enrollment
  • $14,081net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1360SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
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Admission Chance84%
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Virginia Tech
V
Blacksburg, VA
Virginia Tech

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1290 Average SAT

#3 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 34,683enrollment
  • $18,449net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1390SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.95Avg GPA
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Admission Chance60%
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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
  • $16,579net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1320SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
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Admission Chance70%
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The University of Alabama
A
Tuscaloosa, AL
The University of Alabama

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1210 Average SAT

#2 Best Value Colleges in Alabama

  • 38,390enrollment
  • $20,623net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1340SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
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Admission Chance82%
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University of Central Florida
C
Orlando, FL
University of Central Florida

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1260 Average SAT

#3 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 68,475enrollment
  • $11,617net price
  • 44%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1340SAT range
  • 25-30ACT 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

1220 Average SAT

#10 Best Public Universities in California

  • 35,303enrollment
  • $14,499net price
  • 34%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1320SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
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Admission Chance32%
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Auburn University
A
Auburn University, AL
Auburn University

Public 4 Year

8 reviews

1240 Average SAT

#1 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 30,440enrollment
  • $23,562net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1320SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
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Admission Chance77%
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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
  • $15,268net price
  • 27%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1420SAT range
  • 24-33ACT 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

1290 Average SAT

#5 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 17,217enrollment
  • $38,372net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1380SAT range
  • 26-32ACT range
  • 3.74*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance32%
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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
  • $21,024net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1330SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.85Avg GPA
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Admission Chance75%
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University of Kentucky
K
Lexington, KY
University of Kentucky

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1200 Average SAT

#2 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 29,182enrollment
  • $18,958net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1320SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
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Admission Chance96%
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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?

Penn State Main Campus, Howard University and University of Delaware 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.