Midwestern Colleges for a 1200 on the SAT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 1200 SAT score?

These Midwestern 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 154 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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 154 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 486 target schools (good chance), 51 reach (harder) schools and 615 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

The University of Findlay
F
Findlay, OH

The University of Findlay

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 4,869enrollment
  • $24,069net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1213SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Viterbo University
V
La Crosse, WI

Viterbo University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 2,456enrollment
  • $23,257net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1240SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Monmouth College
M
Monmouth, IL

Monmouth College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 767enrollment
  • $20,237net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1210SAT range
  • 24-28ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Cornerstone University
C
Grand Rapids, MI

Cornerstone University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,781enrollment
  • $20,935net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 970-1220SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.28Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance89%

University of South Dakota
S
Vermillion, SD

University of South Dakota

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in South Dakota

  • 9,856enrollment
  • $18,378net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1300SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance99%

Minneapolis College of Art and Design
M
Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 821enrollment
  • $28,443net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1380SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.29Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Apr 1

Walsh University
W
North Canton, OH
 

Walsh University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 2,309enrollment
  • $20,032net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1320SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.38Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Quincy University
Q
Quincy, IL

Quincy University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#25 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,307enrollment
  • $11,985net price
  • 62%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1240SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Indiana University East
I
Richmond, IN
 

Indiana University East

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 3,039enrollment
  • $8,837net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 960-1200SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Aug 18

Franciscan University of Steubenville
F
Steubenville, OH

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 3,656enrollment
  • $25,310net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1320SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.78Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance66%

Huntington University
H
Huntington, IN
 

Huntington University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 1,472enrollment
  • $20,066net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 970-1210SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Northwestern College
N
Saint Paul, MN
 

Northwestern College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

  • 3,253enrollment
  • $25,704net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1311SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Aug 1

Central College
C
Pella, IA

Central College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,169enrollment
  • $23,303net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1218SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Augustana College
A
Rock Island, IL

Augustana College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 2,349enrollment
  • $24,660net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1250SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Aug 1

Olivet Nazarene University
O
Bourbonnais, IL

Olivet Nazarene University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 3,255enrollment
  • $20,059net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.38Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance72%

The College of Saint Scholastica
S
Duluth, MN

The College of Saint Scholastica

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

  • 3,207enrollment
  • $24,578net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1310SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Missouri Southern State University
M
Joplin, MO
 

Missouri Southern State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Missouri

  • 4,144enrollment
  • $10,061net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 960-1220SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance99%

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
S
Rapid City, SD

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in South Dakota

  • 2,492enrollment
  • $21,124net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1378SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1200 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Feb 15