Southern Colleges for a 1210 on the SAT

What Southern colleges accept a 1210 SAT score?

These Southern 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 184 Southern 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 Southern 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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List of 1210 SAT Colleges

Displaying 184 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 654 target schools (good chance), 60 reach (harder) schools and 1,065 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Florida State University
F
Tallahassee, FL

Florida State University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

 

#3 Best Colleges in Florida

  • 44,161enrollment
  • $14,003net price
  • 25%acceptance rate
  • 1210-1370SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.7Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance15%

Applications Due Mar 1

Arizona State University
A
Tempe, AZ

Arizona State University

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Arizona

  • 80,065enrollment
  • $14,808net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1320SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance90%

The University of Alabama
A
Tuscaloosa, AL

The University of Alabama

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Alabama

  • 38,644enrollment
  • $20,592net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1410SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due May 1

University of Central Florida
C
Orlando, FL

University of Central Florida

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

 

#3 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 68,346enrollment
  • $13,108net price
  • 41%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1360SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.64Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance28%

Applications Due May 1

The University of Tennessee
T
Knoxville, TN

The University of Tennessee

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

 

#1 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 33,805enrollment
  • $21,880net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1330SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.66Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance61%

University of Kentucky
K
Lexington, KY

University of Kentucky

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 31,547enrollment
  • $18,693net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1290SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Feb 15

Texas A & M University College Station
T
College Station, TX

Texas A & M University College Station

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

 

#21 Best Public Universities in America

  • 74,014enrollment
  • $20,375net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1390SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.68Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance55%

Applications Due Dec 1

University of Arizona
A
Tucson, AZ

University of Arizona

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Arizona

  • 49,403enrollment
  • $17,075net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1370SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Kennesaw State University
K
Kennesaw, Georgia

Kennesaw State University

Public 4 Year

20 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 24,176enrollment
  • $15,451net price
  • 62%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1250SAT range
  • 21-24ACT range
  • 3.33Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Texas Tech University
T
Lubbock, TX

Texas Tech University

Public 4 Year

8 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 40,378enrollment
  • $17,896net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1280SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance71%

University of Houston
H
Houston, TX

University of Houston

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 46,700enrollment
  • $14,056net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1330SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance60%

Applications Due May 31

Georgia State University
G
Atlanta, GA

Georgia State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 36,516enrollment
  • $17,589net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1250SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Apr 1

University of South Carolina Columbia
S
Columbia, SC

University of South Carolina Columbia

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 35,653enrollment
  • $22,427net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1380SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.69Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance53%

Applications Due Dec 1

The University of Tampa
T
Tampa, FL

The University of Tampa

Private 4 Year

13 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 10,566enrollment
  • $34,653net price
  • 26%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1240SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance35%

Appalachian State University
A
Boone, NC

Appalachian State University

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 20,436enrollment
  • $13,084net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1270SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.96Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Feb 1

University of Delaware
D
Newark, DE

University of Delaware

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Delaware

  • 24,039enrollment
  • $18,044net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.94Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Jan 15

George Mason University
G
Fairfax, VA

George Mason University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 39,049enrollment
  • $18,479net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1350SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Feb 1

Savannah College of Art and Design
S
Savannah, GA

Savannah College of Art and Design

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 16,414enrollment
  • $45,976net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1280SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance85%