Eastern Colleges for a 1260 on the SAT

What Eastern colleges accept a 1260 SAT score?

These Eastern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1260 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 146 Eastern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1260 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 1260 SAT good?

Yes, you have a lot of opportunities at very good schools with a score of 1260. It situates you in the top 83rd percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your significantly 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 1260 score represents 79% of the total possible points. If a 1260 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 1260

Let's examine how a 1260 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1260 is 193 points (18%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1260 is 206 points (20%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1260 is 148 points (13%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1260 is 326 points (35%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1260 is 293 points (30%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1260 is 21 points (2%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1260 is 310 points (33%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1260 is 333 points (36%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1260 is 144 points (13%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1260 is 200 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1260 SAT score?

A 1260 on the SAT translates to a 27 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 1260 SAT score?

Scoring a 1260 on the SAT places you in the 83rd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 83% 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 1,411,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 289,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1260 SAT Colleges

Displaying 146 colleges where your 1260 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 438 target schools (good chance), 87 reach (harder) schools and 579 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

SUNY at Purchase College
P
Purchase, NY

SUNY at Purchase College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 3,182enrollment
  • $19,434net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1350SAT range
  • 29-31ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance73%

Applications Due Jul 1

The New School
N
New York, NY

The New School

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 10,108enrollment
  • $55,480net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.59Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance58%

University of New Hampshire Main Campus
N
Durham, NH

University of New Hampshire Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in New Hampshire

  • 13,953enrollment
  • $24,507net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1320SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Feb 1

Ithaca College
I
Ithaca, NY

Ithaca College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 5,054enrollment
  • $35,858net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1203-1380SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due Feb 1

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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance81%

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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance78%

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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance72%

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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance86%

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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance88%

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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance78%

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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance95%

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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance89%

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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance97%

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 1260 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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance83%

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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance90%

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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance75%

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 1260 SAT
Admission Chance79%