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.

James Madison University
J
Harrisonburg, VA

James Madison University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 22,224enrollment
  • $18,274net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1320SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.57Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Jan 15

University of North Texas
N
Denton, TX

University of North Texas

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 44,767enrollment
  • $15,283net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.46Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Aug 1

University of South Florida Main Campus
S
Tampa, FL

University of South Florida Main Campus

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

 

#4 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 49,600enrollment
  • $11,004net price
  • 44%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1330SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.64Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance40%

Applications Due May 1

West Virginia University
W
Morgantown, WV

West Virginia University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in West Virginia

  • 24,741enrollment
  • $12,202net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1220SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Elon University
E
Elon, NC

Elon University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 7,123enrollment
  • $41,527net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1360SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.65Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance66%

Applications Due Jan 10

University of North Carolina at Charlotte
N
Charlotte, NC

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 29,551enrollment
  • $13,951net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1290SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Jun 1

The University of Texas at Dallas
T
Richardson, TX

The University of Texas at Dallas

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 31,570enrollment
  • $13,555net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1430SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.78Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due May 1

Towson University
T
Towson, MD

Towson University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 19,793enrollment
  • $14,443net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1230SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Apr 1

Old Dominion University
O
Norfolk, VA

Old Dominion University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

 

#12 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 23,107enrollment
  • $16,098net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1250SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Feb 1

College of Charleston
C
Charleston, SC

College of Charleston

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 10,885enrollment
  • $21,120net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1300SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.94Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Jan 15

Florida International University
F
Miami, FL

Florida International University

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

 

#5 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 55,609enrollment
  • $9,881net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1250SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Apr 1

University of Memphis
M
Memphis, TN

University of Memphis

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 21,917enrollment
  • $13,873net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 930-1230SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Jul 1

Texas Christian University
T
Fort Worth, TX

Texas Christian University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 12,273enrollment
  • $44,190net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.68Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance50%

Applications Due Feb 1

The University of Texas at Arlington
T
Arlington, TX

The University of Texas at Arlington

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 43,946enrollment
  • $14,262net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.43Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Jun 1

Western Carolina University
W
Cullowhee, NC

Western Carolina University

Public 4 Year

10 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 11,635enrollment
  • $13,022net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Mar 1

Mercer University
M
Macon, GA

Mercer University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Value Colleges in Georgia

  • 8,889enrollment
  • $22,087net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.98Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance65%

Applications Due Jul 1

The University of Texas at San Antonio
T
San Antonio, TX

The University of Texas at San Antonio

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#21 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 34,393enrollment
  • $12,664net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1220SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Jun 1

Nova Southeastern University
N
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Nova Southeastern University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 20,948enrollment
  • $29,589net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1310SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.99Avg GPA
Your 1210 SAT
Admission Chance79%