Midwestern Colleges for a 1260 on the SAT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 1260 SAT score?

These Midwestern 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 97 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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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Displaying 97 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 327 target schools (good chance), 39 reach (harder) schools and 798 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Cedarville University

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Cedarville, OH

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Cedarville University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

4,960enrollment
$25,462net price
65%acceptance rate
1130-1380SAT range
23-29ACT range
3.9Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance66%

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Carroll University

C

Waukesha, WI

Carroll University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

3,283enrollment
$25,485net price
72%acceptance rate
1060-1340SAT range
22-28ACT range
3.39Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance77%

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Andrews University

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Berrien Springs, MI

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Andrews University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

2,858enrollment
$24,194net price
91%acceptance rate
1100-1350SAT range
20-29ACT range
3.64Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance92%

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Saint Mary's College

S

Notre Dame, IN

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Saint Mary's College

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

1,519enrollment
$27,960net price
84%acceptance rate
1100-1328SAT range
26-32ACT range
3.83Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance87%

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Drury University

D

Springfield, MO

Drury University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

1,595enrollment
$20,996net price
63%acceptance rate
1150-1360SAT range
22-28ACT range
3.79Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Aug 30

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Ohio Wesleyan University

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Delaware, OH

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Ohio Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

1,410enrollment
$27,311net price
52%acceptance rate
1123-1358SAT range
23-30ACT range
3.54Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance55%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Wabash College

W

Crawfordsville, IN

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Wabash College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

835enrollment
$22,976net price
61%acceptance rate
1122-1320SAT range
22-30ACT range
3.6Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance67%

Applications Due Jul 1

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Rockhurst University

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Kansas City, MO

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Rockhurst University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

3,405enrollment
$22,994net price
66%acceptance rate
1083-1288SAT range
19-26ACT range
3.62Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Jun 30

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McKendree University

M

Lebanon, IL

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McKendree University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

1,960enrollment
$22,431net price
68%acceptance rate
871-1277SAT range
18-28ACT range
3.38Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance79%

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Webster University

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Saint Louis, MO

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Webster University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

6,396enrollment
$23,069net price
55%acceptance rate
1026-1315SAT range
19-27ACT range
3.64Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance65%

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Luther College

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Decorah, IA

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Luther College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

1,610enrollment
$25,734net price
75%acceptance rate
1075-1330SAT range
22-29ACT range
3.65Avg GPA

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Admission Chance80%

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University of Missouri Kansas City

M

Kansas City, MO

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University of Missouri Kansas City

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Missouri

15,703enrollment
$14,739net price
69%acceptance rate
1245-1550SAT range
21-30ACT range
3.54Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance56%

Applications Due Jun 15

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Lake Forest College

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Lake Forest, IL

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Lake Forest College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

1,753enrollment
$27,839net price
60%acceptance rate
1153-1340SAT range
26-31ACT range
3.62Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance62%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Earlham College

E

Richmond, IN

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Earlham College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

677enrollment
$25,746net price
73%acceptance rate
1130-1380SAT range
24-32ACT range
3.67Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Missouri University of Science and Technology

M

Rolla, MO

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Missouri University of Science and Technology

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Missouri

7,080enrollment
$14,023net price
81%acceptance rate
1173-1370SAT range
25-31ACT range
3.81Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Jul 1

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Augustana University

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Sioux Falls, SD

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Augustana University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in South Dakota

2,086enrollment
$23,843net price
66%acceptance rate
1110-1325SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.76Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance72%

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St Catherine University

S

Saint Paul, MN

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St Catherine University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

3,577enrollment
$19,976net price
93%acceptance rate
1155-1450SAT range
18-26ACT range
3.62Avg GPA

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Admission Chance92%

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Bethel University

B

Saint Paul, MN

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Bethel University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

3,546enrollment
$29,915net price
72%acceptance rate
1123-1343SAT range
20-28ACT range
3.6Avg GPA

Your 1260 SAT

Admission Chance75%

Applications Due May 1

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