Colleges for a 1210 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1210 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1210 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 590 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1210 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 1210 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1210 is quite good. It situates you in the top 77th 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 1210 score represents 76% of the total possible points. If a 1210 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 1210

Let's examine how a 1210 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1210 is 143 points (13%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1210 is 156 points (15%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1210 is 98 points (9%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1210 is 276 points (30%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1210 is 243 points (25%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1210 is 29 points (2%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1210 is 260 points (27%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1210 is 283 points (31%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1210 is 94 points (8%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1210 is 150 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1210 SAT score?

A 1210 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 1210 SAT score?

Scoring a 1210 on the SAT places you in the 77th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 77% 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 1,309,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 391,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 590 colleges where your 1210 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 1,920 target schools (good chance), 291 reach (harder) schools and 2,592 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Illinois State University
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Normal, IL

Illinois State University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 20,683enrollment
  • $20,551net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1210SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Apr 1

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University of Oklahoma Norman Campus
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Norman, OK

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Oklahoma

  • 28,308enrollment
  • $22,601net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1330SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Virginia Commonwealth University
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Richmond, VA

Virginia Commonwealth University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 28,082enrollment
  • $21,294net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1290SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Jan 18

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University of North Florida
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Jacksonville, FL

University of North Florida

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

 

#6 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 16,406enrollment
  • $11,338net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1210SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.89Avg GPA
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Admission Chance82%

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Wayne State University
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Detroit, MI

Wayne State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

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#5 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 23,630enrollment
  • $15,347net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1260SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Belmont University
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Nashville, TN

Belmont University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 8,910enrollment
  • $36,225net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1340SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
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Admission Chance95%

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Mississippi State University
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Mississippi State, MS

Mississippi State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Value Colleges in Mississippi

  • 22,649enrollment
  • $15,364net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Aug 1

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University of Louisville
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Louisville, KY

University of Louisville

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 22,017enrollment
  • $19,327net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1270SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Feb 15

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University of Nevada Las Vegas
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Las Vegas, NV

University of Nevada Las Vegas

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Nevada

  • 30,660enrollment
  • $13,159net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1220SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Jun 1

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Montana State University
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Bozeman, MT

Montana State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Montana

  • 16,681enrollment
  • $17,250net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1290SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance76%

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St John's University New York
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Queens, NY

St John's University New York

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

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#40 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 19,663enrollment
  • $26,052net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1310SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
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Admission Chance85%

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Central Michigan University
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Mount Pleasant, MI

Central Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 14,557enrollment
  • $15,605net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 980-1220SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance87%

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University of Mississippi
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University, MS

University of Mississippi

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Mississippi

  • 22,300enrollment
  • $14,289net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1220SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance98%

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Liberty University
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Lynchburg, VA

Liberty University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

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#14 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 96,709enrollment
  • $29,913net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1250SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
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Admission Chance99%

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Utah State University
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Logan, UT

Utah State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Value Colleges in Utah

  • 27,943enrollment
  • $14,577net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1300SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
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Admission Chance95%

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Portland State University
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Portland, OR

Portland State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 21,609enrollment
  • $16,273net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1250SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
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Admission Chance95%

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Hampton University
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HBCU
Hampton, VA

Hampton University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 3,286enrollment
  • $32,421net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 840-1220SAT range
  • 17-27ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance84%

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University of California Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz, CA

University of California Santa Cruz

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in California

  • 19,478enrollment
  • $17,975net price
  • 47%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1360SAT range
  • 25-33ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance39%

Applications Due Nov 30

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FAQs

Is a 1210 a good SAT score?

Yes, a score of 1210 is quite good. The score puts you in the top 77th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1210 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1210 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 1210 SAT score.

What percentile is 1210 on the SAT?

A 1210 ranks in the top 77th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1210 SAT?

A 1210 converts to a 25 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 25 ACT score.