Mid Atlantic Colleges for a 1260 on the SAT

What Mid Atlantic colleges accept a 1260 SAT score?

These Mid Atlantic 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 104 Mid Atlantic 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 Mid Atlantic 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 104 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 315 target schools (good chance), 60 reach (harder) schools and 396 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

SUNY at Fredonia
F
Fredonia, NY

SUNY at Fredonia

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 3,491enrollment
  • $15,795net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1300SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Ursinus College
U
Collegeville, PA

Ursinus College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,527enrollment
  • $33,546net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1380SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due May 1

Rutgers University Camden
R
Camden, NJ

Rutgers University Camden

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Value Colleges in New Jersey

  • 5,966enrollment
  • $14,151net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1280SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.23Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Caldwell University
C
Caldwell, NJ
 

Caldwell University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 2,028enrollment
  • $20,612net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1320SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance74%

Drew University
D
Madison, NJ

Drew University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 2,092enrollment
  • $28,183net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1340SAT range
  • 26-28ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Feb 1

Saint John Fisher College
S
Rochester, NY
 

Saint John Fisher College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#27 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,621enrollment
  • $28,312net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1260SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Hobart William Smith Colleges
H
Geneva, NY

Hobart William Smith Colleges

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1310 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,607enrollment
  • $34,259net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1210-1400SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance61%

Applications Due Feb 1

Polytechnic Institute of New York University
P
Brooklyn, New York

Polytechnic Institute of New York University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1350 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 4,487enrollment
  • $28,986net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1440SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance53%

Messiah College
M
Grantham, PA

Messiah College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#29 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 3,231enrollment
  • $24,120net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1340SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Wagner College
W
Staten Island, NY

Wagner College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#33 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,949enrollment
  • $29,710net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1290SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Feb 15

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
A
Albany, NY

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1350 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 930enrollment
  • $29,175net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1470SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance56%

Applications Due Jul 1

Canisius College
C
Buffalo, NY

Canisius College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#38 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,492enrollment
  • $19,635net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1320SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance84%

SUNY Maritime College
S
Throggs Neck, NY

SUNY Maritime College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 1,427enrollment
  • $19,712net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1300SAT range
  • 24-28ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Jan 31

Wilkes University
W
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Wilkes University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#35 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 5,207enrollment
  • $27,918net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1260SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Widener University Main Campus
W
Chester, PA

Widener University Main Campus

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#30 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 5,416enrollment
  • $32,185net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1105-1290SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Chatham University
C
Pittsburgh, PA

Chatham University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#25 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,387enrollment
  • $28,322net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1270SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.86Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Marymount Manhattan College
M
New York, NY

Marymount Manhattan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#46 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,608enrollment
  • $39,442net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1280SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 1

New York Institute of Technology
N
Old Westbury, NY

New York Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#29 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,906enrollment
  • $22,494net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1118-1360SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1260 SAT
Admission Chance78%