Midwestern Colleges for a 1230 on the SAT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 1230 SAT score?

These Midwestern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1230 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 125 Midwestern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1230 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 1230 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1230 is very competitive. It situates you in the top 80th 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 1230 score represents 77% of the total possible points. If a 1230 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 1230

Let's examine how a 1230 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

Male: A 1230 is 163 points (15%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
Female: A 1230 is 176 points (17%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

White: A 1230 is 118 points (11%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
Black: A 1230 is 296 points (32%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
Hispanic: A 1230 is 263 points (27%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
Asian: A 1230 is 9 points (1%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
Pacific Islander: A 1230 is 280 points (29%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1230 is 303 points (33%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
Two or more races: A 1230 is 114 points (10%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

All Students: A 1230 is 170 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1230 SAT score?

A 1230 on the SAT translates to a 26 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 1230 SAT score?

Scoring a 1230 on the SAT places you in the 80th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 80% 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 1,360,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 340,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 125 colleges where your 1230 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 402 target schools (good chance), 45 reach (harder) schools and 714 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Baldwin Wallace College

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Berea, OH

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Baldwin Wallace College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

3,220enrollment
$28,705net price
77%acceptance rate
1043-1298SAT range
20-27ACT range
3.7Avg GPA

Your 1230 SAT

Admission Chance82%

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South Dakota State University

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Brookings, SD

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South Dakota State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in South Dakota

11,327enrollment
$18,160net price
86%acceptance rate
1020-1245SAT range
19-25ACT range
3.53Avg GPA

Your 1230 SAT

Admission Chance91%

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Taylor University

T

Upland, IN

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Taylor University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

2,221enrollment
$27,366net price
75%acceptance rate
1090-1310SAT range
23-30ACT range
3.87Avg GPA

Your 1230 SAT

Admission Chance78%

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Kalamazoo College

K

Kalamazoo, MI

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Kalamazoo College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

1,210enrollment
$26,981net price
79%acceptance rate
1200-1370SAT range
26-32ACT range
3.73Avg GPA

Your 1230 SAT

Admission Chance71%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Kettering University

K

Flint, MI

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Kettering University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

1,769enrollment
$34,486net price
81%acceptance rate
1130-1370SAT range
24-30ACT range
3.77Avg GPA

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Admission Chance79%

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Ohio Northern University

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Ada, OH

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Ohio Northern University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

3,015enrollment
$27,398net price
54%acceptance rate
1160-1340SAT range
25-30ACT range
3.78Avg GPA

Your 1230 SAT

Admission Chance50%

Applications Due Aug 15

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University of Minnesota Morris

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Morris, MN

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University of Minnesota Morris

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Value Colleges in Minnesota

1,068enrollment
$11,169net price
78%acceptance rate
1040-1250SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.54Avg GPA

Your 1230 SAT

Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Truman State University

T

Kirksville, MO

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Truman State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Missouri

3,960enrollment
$13,993net price
45%acceptance rate
1070-1330SAT range
23-29ACT range
3.81Avg GPA

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Admission Chance49%

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Beloit College

B

Beloit, WI

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Beloit College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

964enrollment
$20,192net price
66%acceptance rate
1190-1360SAT range
26-31ACT range
3.33Avg GPA

Your 1230 SAT

Admission Chance58%

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Illinois Wesleyan University

I

Bloomington, IL

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Illinois Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

1,527enrollment
$30,096net price
42%acceptance rate
1120-1330SAT range
25-30ACT range
3.86Avg GPA

Your 1230 SAT

Admission Chance43%

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Cedarville University

C

Cedarville, OH

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Cedarville University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

4,960enrollment
$25,462net price
65%acceptance rate
1130-1380SAT range
23-29ACT range
3.9Avg GPA

Your 1230 SAT

Admission Chance62%

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Carroll University

C

Waukesha, WI

Carroll University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

3,283enrollment
$25,485net price
72%acceptance rate
1060-1340SAT range
22-28ACT range
3.39Estimated Avg GPA

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Admission Chance75%

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Andrews University

A

Berrien Springs, MI

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Andrews University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

2,858enrollment
$24,194net price
91%acceptance rate
1100-1350SAT range
20-29ACT range
3.64Avg GPA

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Admission Chance91%

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Saint Mary's College

S

Notre Dame, IN

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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

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Admission Chance85%

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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 1230 SAT

Admission Chance59%

Applications Due Aug 30

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Ohio Wesleyan University

O

Delaware, OH

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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 1230 SAT

Admission Chance51%

Applications Due Mar 1

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University of Southern Indiana

S

Evansville, IN

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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 1230 SAT

Admission Chance97%

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Wabash College

W

Crawfordsville, IN

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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 1230 SAT

Admission Chance62%

Applications Due Jul 1

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