Mid Atlantic Colleges for a 1280 on the SAT

What Mid Atlantic colleges accept a 1280 SAT score?

These Mid Atlantic colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1280 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 88 Mid Atlantic colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1280 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 1280 SAT good?

Yes, you have a lot of opportunities at very good schools with a score of 1280. It situates you in the top 86th 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 1280 score represents 80% of the total possible points. If a 1280 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 1280

Let's examine how a 1280 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1280 is 213 points (20%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1280 is 226 points (21%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1280 is 168 points (15%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1280 is 346 points (37%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1280 is 313 points (32%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1280 is 41 points (3%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1280 is 330 points (35%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1280 is 353 points (38%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1280 is 164 points (15%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1280 is 220 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1280 SAT score?

A 1280 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 1280 SAT score?

Scoring a 1280 on the SAT places you in the 86th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 86% 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 1,462,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 238,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1280 SAT Colleges

Displaying 88 colleges where your 1280 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 267 target schools (good chance), 48 reach (harder) schools and 456 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance76%

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Feb 1

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance64%

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance57%

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance84%

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance80%

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance58%

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance85%

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Jan 31

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance93%

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance83%

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Yeshiva University
Y
New York, NY

Yeshiva University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,056enrollment
  • $35,912net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1500SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1280 SAT
Admission Chance51%

Applications Due Feb 1

Elizabethtown College
E
Elizabethtown, PA
 

Elizabethtown College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,021enrollment
  • $26,723net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1280 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Lebanon Valley College
L
Annville, PA

Lebanon Valley College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,080enrollment
  • $26,743net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1280SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 1280 SAT
Admission Chance86%

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
O
Syracuse, NY

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 1,976enrollment
  • $20,928net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1300SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1280 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Feb 1

Houghton College
H
Houghton, NY

Houghton College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 833enrollment
  • $21,550net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1320SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 1280 SAT
Admission Chance83%

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 1280 SAT
Admission Chance98%