New England Colleges for a 1240 on the SAT

What New England colleges accept a 1240 SAT score?

These New England 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 35 New England 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 New England 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 35 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 102 target schools (good chance), 54 reach (harder) schools and 177 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Simmons University
S
Boston, MA

Simmons University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 5,710enrollment
  • $24,423net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1390SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.87Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Feb 1

Springfield College
S
Springfield, MA

Springfield College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 2,921enrollment
  • $27,930net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1300SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Aug 1

Emmanuel College
E
Boston, MA

Emmanuel College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 2,012enrollment
  • $32,273net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1310SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Feb 15

Western New England University
W
Springfield, MA

Western New England University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 3,430enrollment
  • $30,214net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1280SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance91%

United States Coast Guard Academy
C
New London, Connecticut

United States Coast Guard Academy

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 1,037enrollment
  • -net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1365SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance22%

Applications Due Jan 15

Champlain College
C
Burlington, VT

Champlain College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Vermont

  • 3,543enrollment
  • $35,133net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1163-1348SAT range
  • 27-31ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance53%

Applications Due Jan 15

Saint Anselm College
S
Manchester, NH

Saint Anselm College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in New Hampshire

  • 1,977enrollment
  • $35,080net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1290SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Feb 1

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
M
Boston, MA

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 6,824enrollment
  • $38,776net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1370SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Lasell College
L
Newton, MA

Lasell College

Private 4 Year

18 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#31 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,591enrollment
  • $29,706net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 995-1268SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Gordon College
G
Wenham, MA

Gordon College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,628enrollment
  • $24,483net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1086-1313SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Feb 1

Saint Michael's College
S
Colchester, VT

Saint Michael's College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Vermont

  • 1,399enrollment
  • $27,700net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1315SAT range
  • 27-30ACT range
  • 3.27Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Feb 1

Maine Maritime Academy
M
Castine, ME

Maine Maritime Academy

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 897enrollment
  • $19,964net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1075-1275SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance68%

Applications Due Mar 1

University of Saint Joseph
S
West Hartford, CT

University of Saint Joseph

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Connecticut

  • 1,992enrollment
  • $25,860net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1275SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance82%

University of Connecticut Avery Point
C
Groton, CT

University of Connecticut Avery Point

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 493enrollment
  • $12,284net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1300SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance98%

College of Our Lady of the Elms
O
Chicopee, MA

College of Our Lady of the Elms

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#25 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,275enrollment
  • $23,498net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1300SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance93%

University of Maine at Farmington
M
Farmington, ME
 

University of Maine at Farmington

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Maine

  • 1,837enrollment
  • $14,486net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 990-1245SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.15Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Thomas More College of Liberal Arts
T
Merrimack, NH
 

Thomas More College of Liberal Arts

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 89enrollment
  • $15,273net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1300SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.28Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1240 SAT