Colleges for a 1200 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1200 SAT score?

These 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 623 U.S. 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 U.S. 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 623 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 2,010 target schools (good chance), 318 reach (harder) schools and 2,466 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

North Georgia College & State University
N
Dahlonega, Georgia

North Georgia College & State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 6,062enrollment
  • -net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1270SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.41Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance59%

Tuskegee University
T
HBCU
Tuskegee, AL

Tuskegee University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

 

#2 Best Private Colleges in Alabama

  • 2,570enrollment
  • $35,596net price
  • 30%acceptance rate
  • 970-1215SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance43%

Applications Due Apr 15

Georgia College & State University
G
Milledgeville, GA

Georgia College & State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

 

#3 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 6,315enrollment
  • $20,301net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1230SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Apr 1

Monmouth University
M
West Long Branch, NJ

Monmouth University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 5,027enrollment
  • $31,416net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1300SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Mar 1

University of Tulsa
T
Tulsa, OK

University of Tulsa

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Oklahoma

  • 3,769enrollment
  • $28,087net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1078-1350SAT range
  • 21-30ACT range
  • 3.97Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance68%

Rowan University
R
Glassboro, NJ

Rowan University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 19,535enrollment
  • $20,963net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1300SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Dallas Baptist University
D
Dallas, TX

Dallas Baptist University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 4,348enrollment
  • $27,607net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance95%

University of Scranton
S
Scranton, PA

University of Scranton

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 4,731enrollment
  • $35,526net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1320SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Mar 1

Brigham Young University Idaho
B
Rexburg, ID

Brigham Young University Idaho

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Idaho

  • 43,023enrollment
  • $7,899net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 990-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.34Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Feb 15

Marist College
M
Poughkeepsie, NY

Marist College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,464enrollment
  • $39,364net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1378SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance47%

Applications Due Feb 15

Jacksonville State University
J
Jacksonville, AL

Jacksonville State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 9,632enrollment
  • $11,953net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 940-1200SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance87%

The College of New Jersey
N
Ewing, NJ

The College of New Jersey

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 7,629enrollment
  • $22,273net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1350SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.29Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due Feb 1

Seattle University
S
Seattle, WA

Seattle University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Washington

  • 7,121enrollment
  • $35,412net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1380SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Jan 15

University of Nebraska Lincoln
N
Lincoln, NE

University of Nebraska Lincoln

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Nebraska

  • 23,805enrollment
  • $16,805net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1340SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due May 1

Stetson University
S
DeLand, FL

Stetson University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,928enrollment
  • $25,756net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1305SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Salem State University
S
Salem, MA

Salem State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 6,539enrollment
  • $19,277net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 986-1210SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.17Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Jun 1

Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach
P
West Palm Beach, FL

Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,828enrollment
  • $30,276net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance97%

University of Maine
M
Orono, ME

University of Maine

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Maine

  • 12,231enrollment
  • $17,617net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1330SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance94%

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?

Arizona State University, Michigan State University and The University of Alabama 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.