Mid Atlantic Colleges for a 1270 on the SAT

What Mid Atlantic colleges accept a 1270 SAT score?

These Mid Atlantic colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1270 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 93 Mid Atlantic colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1270 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 1270 SAT good?

Yes, you have a lot of opportunities at very good schools with a score of 1270. It situates you in the top 85th 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 1270 score represents 79% of the total possible points. If a 1270 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 1270

Let's examine how a 1270 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1270 is 203 points (19%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1270 is 216 points (20%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1270 is 158 points (14%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1270 is 336 points (36%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1270 is 303 points (31%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1270 is 31 points (3%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1270 is 320 points (34%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1270 is 343 points (37%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1270 is 154 points (14%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1270 is 210 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1270 SAT score?

A 1270 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 1270 SAT score?

Scoring a 1270 on the SAT places you in the 85th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 85% 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 1,445,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 255,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1270 SAT Colleges

Displaying 93 colleges where your 1270 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 279 target schools (good chance), 54 reach (harder) schools and 438 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Elmira College
E
Elmira, NY

Elmira College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 657enrollment
  • $24,040net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1118-1272SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.22Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Penn State Brandywine
P
Media, PA

Penn State Brandywine

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 1,196enrollment
  • $21,600net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1285SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Penn State Erie Behrend College
P
Erie, PA

Penn State Erie Behrend College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 3,295enrollment
  • $21,968net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1095-1330SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.49Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Penn State Lehigh Valley
P
Center Valley, PA
 

Penn State Lehigh Valley

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 888enrollment
  • $18,142net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1290SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.42Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Saint Joseph's College New York
S
Brooklyn, NY
 

Saint Joseph's College New York

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#34 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 4,348enrollment
  • $18,001net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1093-1306SAT range
  • 23-27ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Juniata College
J
Huntingdon, PA

Juniata College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#24 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,212enrollment
  • $29,926net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1340SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Mar 15

Touro College
T
New York, NY

Touro College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 11,111enrollment
  • $23,960net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1428SAT range
  • 25-32ACT range
  • 3.17Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance64%

Penn State Berks
P
Reading, PA

Penn State Berks

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 2,077enrollment
  • $21,728net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1290SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.39Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance98%

SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica Rome
S
Utica, NY

SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica Rome

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 2,842enrollment
  • $13,799net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1400SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Aug 1

Nazareth College
N
Rochester, NY

Nazareth College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#30 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,522enrollment
  • $31,620net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1320SAT range
  • 24-28ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Feb 1

The King's College
K
New York, NY

The King's College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 326enrollment
  • $34,192net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1340SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance46%

Penn State York
P
York, PA
 

Penn State York

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 718enrollment
  • $18,910net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1300SAT range
  • 23-26ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Saint Thomas Aquinas College
S
Sparkill, NY
 

Saint Thomas Aquinas College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#49 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,033enrollment
  • $21,745net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 920-1270SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due May 1

Penn State Hazleton
P
Hazleton, PA
 

Penn State Hazleton

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 473enrollment
  • $18,724net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1280SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Penn State Greater Allegheny
P
McKeesport, PA
 

Penn State Greater Allegheny

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 363enrollment
  • $19,505net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1300SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Moore College of Art and Design
M
Philadelphia, PA

Moore College of Art and Design

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 368enrollment
  • $38,204net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1270SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance68%

University of Pittsburgh Greensburg
P
Greensburg, PA

University of Pittsburgh Greensburg

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 1,328enrollment
  • $18,194net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1275SAT range
  • 23-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance99%

Roberts Wesleyan College
R
Rochester, NY
 

Roberts Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#60 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,573enrollment
  • $23,341net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1340SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT

Applications Due Aug 25