Southeastern Colleges for a 1230 on the SAT

What Southeastern colleges accept a 1230 SAT score?

These Southeastern 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 135 Southeastern 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 Southeastern 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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List of 1230 SAT Colleges

Displaying 135 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 471 target schools (good chance), 42 reach (harder) schools and 891 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Presbyterian College
P
Clinton, SC

Presbyterian College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value Colleges in South Carolina

  • 1,199enrollment
  • $21,571net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1270SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Sep 21

Citadel Military College of South Carolina
C
Charleston, SC

Citadel Military College of South Carolina

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 3,721enrollment
  • $21,846net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1270SAT range
  • 23-27ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance99%

Agnes Scott College
A
Decatur, GA

Agnes Scott College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 1,114enrollment
  • $24,305net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1350SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance66%

Applications Due May 1

Tennessee Technological University
T
Cookeville, TN

Tennessee Technological University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 9,902enrollment
  • $15,188net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1270SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Aug 1

Hampden Sydney College
H
Hampden-Sydney, VA

Hampden Sydney College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 846enrollment
  • $29,899net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1310SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Feb 1

St Mary's College of Maryland
S
St. Mary's City, MD

St Mary's College of Maryland

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Maryland

  • 1,520enrollment
  • $20,714net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1370SAT range
  • 28-30ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Jan 15

Bellarmine University
B
Louisville, KY

Bellarmine University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Kentucky

  • 2,970enrollment
  • $22,813net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1290SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Feb 1

Centre College
C
Danville, KY

Centre College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1330 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Kentucky

  • 1,357enrollment
  • $23,584net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1195-1470SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance51%

Applications Due Jan 15

Piedmont International University
P
Winston Salem, NC
 

Piedmont International University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 691enrollment
  • $15,119net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 770-1230SAT range
  • 15-23ACT range
  • 3.07Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance37%

Lees McRae College
L
Banner Elk, NC
 

Lees McRae College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 855enrollment
  • $24,108net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1240SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance74%

Mississippi College
M
Clinton, MS

Mississippi College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Mississippi

  • 3,946enrollment
  • $20,874net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1260SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.56Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance48%

Delta State University
D
Cleveland, MS

Delta State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

 

#3 Best Public Universities in Mississippi

  • 2,556enrollment
  • $14,138net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 940-1280SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance99%

University of Louisiana Monroe
L
Monroe, LA

University of Louisiana Monroe

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

 

#3 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 8,398enrollment
  • $11,353net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1085-1320SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance73%

Covenant College
C
Lookout Mountain, GA

Covenant College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 886enrollment
  • $25,028net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1380SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Mar 1

Shorter University
S
Rome, GA

Shorter University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 1,515enrollment
  • $13,490net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 960-1290SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Aug 25

Transylvania University
T
Lexington, KY

Transylvania University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 979enrollment
  • $25,767net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1360SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Aug 1

Union University
U
Jackson, TN

Union University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 2,731enrollment
  • $28,585net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1370SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance52%

Toccoa Falls College
T
Toccoa Falls, GA

Toccoa Falls College

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 2,046enrollment
  • $20,609net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 990-1240SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1230 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Aug 1