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.

View Colleges

Change SAT Score

Explore colleges for other SAT scores

-10 +10

154 results

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.

Endicott College
E
Beverly, MA

Endicott College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#22 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 4,006enrollment
  • $39,496net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1280SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Feb 15

Ramapo College of New Jersey
R
Mahwah, NJ

Ramapo College of New Jersey

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 5,478enrollment
  • $16,262net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1295SAT range
  • 23-32ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Feb 1

Bryant University
B
Smithfield, RI

Bryant University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Rhode Island

  • 3,536enrollment
  • $40,361net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1163-1320SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Feb 1

University of Massachusetts Lowell
M
Lowell, MA

University of Massachusetts Lowell

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 17,153enrollment
  • $17,240net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1348SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Feb 15

Siena College
S
Loudonville, NY

Siena College

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#35 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,648enrollment
  • $30,842net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1045-1270SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Feb 15

SUNY at Geneseo
G
Geneseo, NY

SUNY at Geneseo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 4,184enrollment
  • $19,557net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1320SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Feb 1

University of New Haven
N
West Haven, CT

University of New Haven

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Connecticut

  • 8,819enrollment
  • $33,135net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1270SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Rider University
R
Lawrenceville, NJ

Rider University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 4,054enrollment
  • $26,388net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1300SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance87%

La Salle University
L
Philadelphia, PA

La Salle University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#34 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 4,049enrollment
  • $17,552net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1268SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance96%

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
M
North Dartmouth, MA

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 7,457enrollment
  • $19,700net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1260SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Arcadia University
A
Glenside, PA

Arcadia University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#38 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 3,026enrollment
  • $29,692net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1088-1320SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Saint Joseph's University
S
Philadelphia, PA

Saint Joseph's University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 7,861enrollment
  • $33,777net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1330SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Feb 1

Clarkson University
C
Potsdam, NY

Clarkson University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,719enrollment
  • $32,450net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1370SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance73%

Applications Due Jan 15

Salve Regina University
S
Newport, RI

Salve Regina University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Rhode Island

  • 2,872enrollment
  • $37,997net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1280SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Alfred University
A
Alfred, NY

Alfred University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#36 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,813enrollment
  • $26,183net price
  • 51%acceptance rate
  • 1085-1290SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance59%

Applications Due Feb 1

University of Massachusetts Boston
M
Boston, MA

University of Massachusetts Boston

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 15,586enrollment
  • $17,123net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1300SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Feb 15

Penn State Abington
P
Abington, PA

Penn State Abington

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 3,090enrollment
  • $20,460net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1310SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.42Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance95%

SUNY College at Oneonta
O
Oneonta, NY

SUNY College at Oneonta

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 5,430enrollment
  • $18,129net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1250SAT range
  • 24-28ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance83%