Mid Atlantic Colleges for a 1220 on the SAT

What Mid Atlantic colleges accept a 1220 SAT score?

These Mid Atlantic colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1220 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 130 Mid Atlantic colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1220 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 Mid Atlantic colleges

Is a 1220 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1220 is quite good. It situates you in the top 78th 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 1220 score represents 76% of the total possible points. If a 1220 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 1220

Let's examine how a 1220 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1220 is 153 points (14%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1220 is 166 points (16%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1220 is 108 points (10%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1220 is 286 points (31%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1220 is 253 points (26%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1220 is 19 points (2%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1220 is 270 points (28%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1220 is 293 points (32%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1220 is 104 points (9%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1220 is 160 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1220 SAT score?

A 1220 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 1220 SAT score?

Scoring a 1220 on the SAT places you in the 78th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 78% 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 1,326,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 374,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1220 SAT Colleges

Displaying 130 colleges where your 1220 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 393 target schools (good chance), 66 reach (harder) schools and 297 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Houghton College
H
Houghton, NY

Houghton College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 833enrollment
  • $21,550net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1320SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance78%

D'Youville College
D
Buffalo, NY

D'Youville College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#37 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,518enrollment
  • $21,755net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1025-1265SAT range
  • 18-27ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Elmira College
E
Elmira, NY

Elmira College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 657enrollment
  • $24,040net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1118-1272SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.22Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Gwynedd Mercy College
G
Gwynedd Valley, PA
 

Gwynedd Mercy College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,091enrollment
  • $28,122net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1235SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.34Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due Aug 20

Penn State Brandywine
P
Media, PA

Penn State Brandywine

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 1,196enrollment
  • $21,600net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1285SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Penn State Erie Behrend College
P
Erie, PA

Penn State Erie Behrend College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 3,295enrollment
  • $21,968net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1095-1330SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.49Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance95%

SUNY College at Plattsburgh
P
Plattsburgh, NY

SUNY College at Plattsburgh

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 4,474enrollment
  • $17,625net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1260SAT range
  • 21-30ACT range
  • 3.11Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Point Park University
P
Pittsburgh, PA

Point Park University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#49 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 3,288enrollment
  • $24,702net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1245SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Washington & Jefferson College
W
Washington, PA

Washington & Jefferson College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#22 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,151enrollment
  • $25,636net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1250SAT range
  • 19-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Penn State Lehigh Valley
P
Center Valley, PA
 

Penn State Lehigh Valley

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 888enrollment
  • $18,142net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1290SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.42Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance95%

King's College
K
Wilkes-Barre, PA

King's College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#33 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,993enrollment
  • $25,869net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1260SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Saint Joseph's College New York
S
Brooklyn, NY
 

Saint Joseph's College New York

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#34 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 4,348enrollment
  • $18,001net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1093-1306SAT range
  • 23-27ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Juniata College
J
Huntingdon, PA

Juniata College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#24 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,212enrollment
  • $29,926net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1340SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Mar 15

Saint Vincent College
S
Latrobe, PA

Saint Vincent College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,536enrollment
  • $23,121net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1250SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due May 1

Seton Hill University
S
Greensburg, PA

Seton Hill University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#46 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,988enrollment
  • $24,576net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Aug 15

Touro College
T
New York, NY

Touro College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 11,111enrollment
  • $23,960net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1428SAT range
  • 25-32ACT range
  • 3.17Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance56%

Georgian Court University
G
Lakewood, NJ

Georgian Court University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 1,962enrollment
  • $18,187net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1043-1251SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance83%

The College of Saint Rose
S
Albany, NY
 

The College of Saint Rose

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#51 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,786enrollment
  • $23,294net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1001-1228SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due May 1