Midwestern Colleges for a 1240 on the SAT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 1240 SAT score?

These Midwestern 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 118 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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 118 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 381 target schools (good chance), 45 reach (harder) schools and 735 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Marquette University
M
Milwaukee, WI

Marquette University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 11,167enrollment
  • $33,136net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Dec 1

Ohio University Main Campus
O
Athens, OH

Ohio University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 24,145enrollment
  • $20,207net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1270SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Feb 1

University of Nebraska Lincoln
N
Lincoln, NE

University of Nebraska Lincoln

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Nebraska

  • 23,805enrollment
  • $16,805net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1340SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due May 1

Bradley University
B
Peoria, IL

Bradley University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 5,552enrollment
  • $24,053net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1280SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Drake University
D
Des Moines, IA

Drake University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Iowa

  • 4,685enrollment
  • $30,333net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1340SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Creighton University
C
Omaha, NE

Creighton University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1310 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Nebraska

  • 8,397enrollment
  • $32,877net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1206-1420SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance67%

Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
I
Indianapolis, IN

Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 25,979enrollment
  • $11,462net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1250SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due May 15

University of Toledo
T
Toledo, OH

University of Toledo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 15,545enrollment
  • $17,654net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1280SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Valparaiso University
V
Valparaiso, IN

Valparaiso University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 2,958enrollment
  • $22,755net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 27-30ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Michigan Technological University
M
Houghton, MI

Michigan Technological University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 7,063enrollment
  • $18,235net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1350SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.78Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance94%

DePauw University
D
Greencastle, IN

DePauw University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Indiana

  • 1,752enrollment
  • $29,486net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.97Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance65%

Applications Due Feb 1

Hope College
H
Holland, MI

Hope College

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 3,251enrollment
  • $25,800net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1330SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance82%

University of Missouri Columbia
M
Columbia, MO

University of Missouri Columbia

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Missouri

  • 31,304enrollment
  • $19,889net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1340SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.61Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Saint Louis University Main Campus
S
Saint Louis, MO

Saint Louis University Main Campus

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1310 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Missouri

  • 15,755enrollment
  • $29,651net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1210-1400SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.95Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Illinois Institute of Technology
I
Chicago, IL

Illinois Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 6,943enrollment
  • $28,702net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1410SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance49%

Applications Due Mar 1

John Carroll University
J
University Heights, OH

John Carroll University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 2,922enrollment
  • $30,496net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1320SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Calvin College
C
Grand Rapids, MI

Calvin College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 3,231enrollment
  • $25,775net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1370SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance74%

University of St Thomas
S
Saint Paul, MN

University of St Thomas

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

  • 9,025enrollment
  • $30,137net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1390SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Jan 15