Midwestern Colleges for a 1220 on the SAT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 1220 SAT score?

These Midwestern 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 136 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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 136 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 432 target schools (good chance), 45 reach (harder) schools and 684 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Saint Mary's College
S
Notre Dame, IN

Saint Mary's College

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 1,519enrollment
  • $27,960net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1328SAT range
  • 26-32ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Drury University
D
Springfield, MO
 

Drury University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

  • 1,595enrollment
  • $20,996net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1360SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance58%

Applications Due Aug 30

Ohio Wesleyan University
O
Delaware, OH

Ohio Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,410enrollment
  • $27,311net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 1123-1358SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance49%

Applications Due Mar 1

University of Southern Indiana
S
Evansville, IN

University of Southern Indiana

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 9,178enrollment
  • $14,443net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1240SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Aug 15

Wabash College
W
Crawfordsville, IN

Wabash College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 835enrollment
  • $22,976net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 1122-1320SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance61%

Applications Due Jul 1

Rockhurst University
R
Kansas City, MO

Rockhurst University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

  • 3,405enrollment
  • $22,994net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1083-1288SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due Jun 30

University of Michigan Flint
M
Flint, MI

University of Michigan Flint

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 5,985enrollment
  • $10,840net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 930-1220SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Aug 22

McKendree University
M
Lebanon, IL

McKendree University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,960enrollment
  • $22,431net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 871-1277SAT range
  • 18-28ACT range
  • 3.38Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Webster University
W
Saint Louis, MO

Webster University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

  • 6,396enrollment
  • $23,069net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 1026-1315SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance60%

College of the Ozarks
O
Point Lookout, MO

College of the Ozarks

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 1,487enrollment
  • $12,611net price
  • 21%acceptance rate
  • 1065-1234SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance31%

Maryville University of Saint Louis
M
Saint Louis, MO
 

Maryville University of Saint Louis

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

  • 9,959enrollment
  • $26,757net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1230SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Luther College
L
Decorah, IA

Luther College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,610enrollment
  • $25,734net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1075-1330SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Lake Superior State University
L
Sault Ste Marie, MI

Lake Superior State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

 

#10 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 1,655enrollment
  • $14,336net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1225SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Saint Ambrose University
S
Davenport, IA

Saint Ambrose University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 2,747enrollment
  • $23,359net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Lake Forest College
L
Lake Forest, IL

Lake Forest College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,753enrollment
  • $27,839net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1153-1340SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance56%

Applications Due Feb 15

Ashland University
A
Ashland, OH
 

Ashland University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 4,174enrollment
  • $20,342net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1073-1250SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Earlham College
E
Richmond, IN

Earlham College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 677enrollment
  • $25,746net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1380SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Mar 1

Missouri University of Science and Technology
M
Rolla, MO

Missouri University of Science and Technology

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Missouri

  • 7,080enrollment
  • $14,023net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1173-1370SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 1220 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Jul 1