Southern Colleges for a 1250 on the SAT

What Southern colleges accept a 1250 SAT score?

These Southern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1250 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 139 Southern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1250 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 Southern colleges

Is a 1250 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1250 is very competitive. It situates you in the top 82nd 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 1250 score represents 78% of the total possible points. If a 1250 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 1250

Let's examine how a 1250 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1250 is 183 points (17%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1250 is 196 points (19%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1250 is 138 points (12%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1250 is 316 points (34%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1250 is 283 points (29%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1250 is 11 points (1%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1250 is 300 points (32%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1250 is 323 points (35%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1250 is 134 points (12%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1250 is 190 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1250 SAT score?

A 1250 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 1250 SAT score?

Scoring a 1250 on the SAT places you in the 82nd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 82% 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 1,394,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 306,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1250 SAT Colleges

Displaying 139 colleges where your 1250 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 492 target schools (good chance), 42 reach (harder) schools and 1,263 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

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 1250 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Aug 25

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott
E
Prescott, AZ

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in Arizona

  • 3,162enrollment
  • $38,909net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1380SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.82Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance65%

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 1250 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 1250 SAT
Admission Chance55%

Hollins University
H
Roanoke, VA

Hollins University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 803enrollment
  • $21,207net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1113-1298SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Goucher College
G
Baltimore, MD

Goucher College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Maryland

  • 1,727enrollment
  • $30,945net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1113-1328SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Jan 15

Southern Polytechnic State University
S
Marietta, Georgia
 

Southern Polytechnic State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 5,784enrollment
  • $10,562net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1300SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.45Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Washington College
W
Chestertown, MD

Washington College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 955enrollment
  • $31,650net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1390SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Feb 15

Eastern Mennonite University
E
Harrisonburg, VA

Eastern Mennonite University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,334enrollment
  • $23,783net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1590SAT range
  • 25-34ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance99%

Sweet Briar College
S
Sweet Briar, VA
 

Sweet Briar College

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 460enrollment
  • $28,408net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1360SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Trevecca Nazarene University
T
Nashville, TN

Trevecca Nazarene University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 3,327enrollment
  • $16,080net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1250SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Aug 1

Milligan College
M
Milligan College, Tennessee

Milligan College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 1,208enrollment
  • $17,371net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1270SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.4Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Rust College
R
HBCU
Holly Springs, MS

Rust College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

890 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 755enrollment
  • $8,151net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 440-1339SAT range
  • 17-18ACT range
  • 2.66Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance86%

William Carey University
W
Hattiesburg, MS

William Carey University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

 

#1 Best Private Colleges in Mississippi

  • 5,662enrollment
  • $15,271net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1320SAT range
  • 20-29ACT range
  • 3.46Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance62%

Asbury University
A
Wilmore, KY

Asbury University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Kentucky

  • 1,650enrollment
  • $21,506net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1320SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance83%

John Brown University
J
Siloam Springs, AR

John Brown University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Arkansas

  • 2,326enrollment
  • $20,997net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1390SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance58%

Aquinas College
A
Nashville, TN

Aquinas College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 342enrollment
  • $20,892net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1370SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance42%

Christian Brothers University
C
Memphis, TN
 

Christian Brothers University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 1,934enrollment
  • $18,612net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1280SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1250 SAT
Admission Chance92%