Southeastern Colleges for a 1250 on the SAT

What Southeastern colleges accept a 1250 SAT score?

These Southeastern 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 114 Southeastern 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 Southeastern 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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Displaying 114 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 402 target schools (good chance), 36 reach (harder) schools and 972 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Florida State University

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Tallahassee, FL

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Florida State University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

#3 Best Colleges in Florida

44,161enrollment
$14,003net price
25%acceptance rate
1210-1370SAT range
26-31ACT range
3.7Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance19%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Clemson University

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Clemson, SC

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Clemson University

Public 4 Year

9 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

28,466enrollment
$24,577net price
43%acceptance rate
1220-1410SAT range
28-32ACT range
3.75Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance33%

Applications Due May 1

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University of Georgia

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Athens, GA

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University of Georgia

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

#3 Best Colleges in Georgia

40,607enrollment
$17,180net price
43%acceptance rate
1220-1420SAT range
27-32ACT range
4.0Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance32%

Applications Due Jan 1

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Virginia Tech

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Blacksburg, VA

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Virginia Tech

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Virginia

38,170enrollment
$19,301net price
57%acceptance rate
1240-1430SAT range
27-32ACT range
3.97Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance43%

Applications Due Jan 15

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The University of Alabama

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Tuscaloosa, AL

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The University of Alabama

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Alabama

38,644enrollment
$20,592net price
80%acceptance rate
1130-1410SAT range
23-31ACT range
3.76Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance78%

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University of Central Florida

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Orlando, FL

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University of Central Florida

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

#3 Best Public Universities in Florida

68,346enrollment
$13,108net price
41%acceptance rate
1200-1360SAT range
25-29ACT range
3.64Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance35%

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Auburn University

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Auburn University, AL

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Auburn University

Public 4 Year

9 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Alabama

31,764enrollment
$25,271net price
44%acceptance rate
1220-1380SAT range
24-30ACT range
3.97Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance34%

Applications Due Feb 1

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The University of Tennessee

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Knoxville, TN

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The University of Tennessee

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

#1 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

33,805enrollment
$21,880net price
68%acceptance rate
1170-1330SAT range
25-31ACT range
3.66Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance68%

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University of Kentucky

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Lexington, KY

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University of Kentucky

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

31,547enrollment
$18,693net price
95%acceptance rate
1070-1290SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.59Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Kennesaw State University

K

Kennesaw, Georgia

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Kennesaw State University

Public 4 Year

20 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

24,176enrollment
$15,451net price
62%acceptance rate
1070-1250SAT range
21-24ACT range
3.33Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance76%

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Georgia State University

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Atlanta, GA

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Georgia State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Georgia

36,516enrollment
$17,589net price
67%acceptance rate
1020-1250SAT range
19-26ACT range
3.54Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Apr 1

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University of South Carolina Columbia

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Columbia, SC

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University of South Carolina Columbia

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

35,653enrollment
$22,427net price
64%acceptance rate
1180-1380SAT range
27-32ACT range
3.69Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance59%

Applications Due Dec 1

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Appalachian State University

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Boone, NC

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Appalachian State University

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

20,436enrollment
$13,084net price
83%acceptance rate
1100-1270SAT range
21-27ACT range
3.96Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Feb 1

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University of Delaware

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Newark, DE

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University of Delaware

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Delaware

24,039enrollment
$18,044net price
74%acceptance rate
1190-1360SAT range
26-31ACT range
3.94Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Jan 15

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George Mason University

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Fairfax, VA

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George Mason University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Virginia

39,049enrollment
$18,479net price
90%acceptance rate
1140-1350SAT range
25-31ACT range
3.68Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance90%

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Savannah College of Art and Design

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Savannah, GA

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Savannah College of Art and Design

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

16,414enrollment
$45,976net price
82%acceptance rate
1060-1280SAT range
20-28ACT range
3.56Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance88%

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James Madison University

J

Harrisonburg, VA

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James Madison University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Virginia

22,224enrollment
$18,274net price
78%acceptance rate
1140-1320SAT range
23-29ACT range
3.57Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance80%

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University of South Florida Main Campus

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Tampa, FL

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University of South Florida Main Campus

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

#4 Best Public Universities in Florida

49,600enrollment
$11,004net price
44%acceptance rate
1140-1330SAT range
24-29ACT range
3.64Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1250 SAT

Admission Chance47%

Applications Due May 1

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