Eastern Colleges for a 1240 on the SAT

What Eastern colleges accept a 1240 SAT score?

These Eastern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1240 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 154 Eastern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1240 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 Eastern colleges

Is a 1240 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1240 is very competitive. It situates you in the top 81st 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 1240 score represents 78% of the total possible points. If a 1240 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 1240

Let's examine how a 1240 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1240 is 173 points (16%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1240 is 186 points (18%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1240 is 128 points (12%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1240 is 306 points (33%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1240 is 273 points (28%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1240 is 1 points (0%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1240 is 290 points (31%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1240 is 313 points (34%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1240 is 124 points (11%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1240 is 180 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1240 SAT score?

A 1240 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 1240 SAT score?

Scoring a 1240 on the SAT places you in the 81st percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 81% 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 1,377,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 323,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1240 SAT Colleges

Displaying 154 colleges where your 1240 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 462 target schools (good chance), 111 reach (harder) schools and 516 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Marist College
M
Poughkeepsie, NY

Marist College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,464enrollment
  • $39,364net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1378SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance54%

Applications Due Feb 15

The College of New Jersey
N
Ewing, NJ

The College of New Jersey

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 7,629enrollment
  • $22,273net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1350SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.29Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Feb 1

University of Maine
M
Orono, ME

University of Maine

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Maine

  • 12,231enrollment
  • $17,617net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1330SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Adelphi University
A
Garden City, NY

Adelphi University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#24 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 7,252enrollment
  • $26,953net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1310SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Manhattan College
M
Riverdale, NY

Manhattan College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#21 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,575enrollment
  • $29,535net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1330SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Aug 31

New Jersey Institute of Technology
N
Newark, NJ

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 12,332enrollment
  • $17,762net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1450SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due Mar 1

CUNY City College
C
New York, NY

CUNY City College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 14,489enrollment
  • $5,181net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1260SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Feb 1

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College
B
New York, NY

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 19,854enrollment
  • $4,991net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1360SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Feb 1

Duquesne University
D
Pittsburgh, PA

Duquesne University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 8,107enrollment
  • $33,919net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1330SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Aug 15

Fairfield University
F
Fairfield, CT

Fairfield University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1310 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Connecticut

  • 6,019enrollment
  • $46,065net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 1240-1370SAT range
  • 28-31ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance36%

Applications Due Jan 15

Muhlenberg College
M
Allentown, PA

Muhlenberg College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,959enrollment
  • $32,926net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1400SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due Feb 1

United States Military Academy
A
West Point, New York

United States Military Academy

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 4,393enrollment
  • -net price
  • 12%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1450SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance7%

Applications Due Jan 31

Pratt Institute Main
P
Brooklyn, NY

Pratt Institute Main

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 5,494enrollment
  • $47,326net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1430SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.86Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance43%

Applications Due Jan 5

SUNY at Purchase College
P
Purchase, NY

SUNY at Purchase College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 3,182enrollment
  • $19,434net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1350SAT range
  • 29-31ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Jul 1

SUNY College at Brockport
B
Brockport, NY

SUNY College at Brockport

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 6,424enrollment
  • $16,261net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1240SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 2.79Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Aug 1

The New School
N
New York, NY

The New School

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 10,108enrollment
  • $55,480net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.59Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance56%

University of New Hampshire Main Campus
N
Durham, NH

University of New Hampshire Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in New Hampshire

  • 13,953enrollment
  • $24,507net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1320SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Feb 1

Ithaca College
I
Ithaca, NY

Ithaca College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 5,054enrollment
  • $35,858net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1203-1380SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance67%

Applications Due Feb 1