Midwestern Colleges for a 1280 on the SAT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 1280 SAT score?

These Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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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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 288 target schools (good chance), 36 reach (harder) schools and 840 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Bradley University

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Peoria, IL

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Bradley University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

5,552enrollment
$24,053net price
75%acceptance rate
1050-1280SAT range
24-30ACT range
3.83Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance85%

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Drake University

D

Des Moines, IA

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Drake University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Iowa

4,685enrollment
$30,333net price
67%acceptance rate
1110-1340SAT range
25-30ACT range
3.7Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance73%

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Creighton University

C

Omaha, NE

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Creighton University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1310 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Nebraska

8,397enrollment
$32,877net price
76%acceptance rate
1206-1420SAT range
27-32ACT range
3.84Avg GPA

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Admission Chance72%

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University of Toledo

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Toledo, OH

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University of Toledo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Ohio

15,545enrollment
$17,654net price
92%acceptance rate
1060-1280SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.56Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance96%

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Valparaiso University

V

Valparaiso, IN

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Valparaiso University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

2,958enrollment
$22,755net price
94%acceptance rate
1140-1360SAT range
27-30ACT range
3.76Avg GPA

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Admission Chance95%

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Denison University

D

Granville, OH

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Denison University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1370 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Ohio

2,416enrollment
$38,267net price
22%acceptance rate
1270-1460SAT range
29-32ACT range
3.76Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance14%

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Michigan Technological University

M

Houghton, MI

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Michigan Technological University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Michigan

7,063enrollment
$18,235net price
94%acceptance rate
1130-1350SAT range
24-31ACT range
3.78Avg GPA

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Admission Chance95%

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DePauw University

D

Greencastle, IN

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DePauw University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Indiana

1,752enrollment
$29,486net price
66%acceptance rate
1140-1360SAT range
24-31ACT range
3.97Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Hope College

H

Holland, MI

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Hope College

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

3,251enrollment
$25,800net price
80%acceptance rate
1090-1330SAT range
24-31ACT range
3.83Avg GPA

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Admission Chance85%

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University of Missouri Columbia

M

Columbia, MO

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University of Missouri Columbia

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Missouri

31,304enrollment
$19,889net price
79%acceptance rate
1140-1340SAT range
23-30ACT range
3.61Estimated Avg GPA

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Admission Chance83%

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Saint Louis University Main Campus

S

Saint Louis, MO

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Saint Louis University Main Campus

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1310 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Missouri

15,755enrollment
$29,651net price
85%acceptance rate
1210-1400SAT range
26-31ACT range
3.95Avg GPA

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Admission Chance83%

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Illinois Institute of Technology

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Chicago, IL

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Illinois Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

6,943enrollment
$28,702net price
61%acceptance rate
1220-1410SAT range
28-32ACT range
3.84Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance55%

Applications Due Mar 1

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John Carroll University

J

University Heights, OH

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John Carroll University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

2,922enrollment
$30,496net price
82%acceptance rate
1160-1320SAT range
25-30ACT range
3.66Avg GPA

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Admission Chance86%

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Calvin College

C

Grand Rapids, MI

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Calvin College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

3,231enrollment
$25,775net price
74%acceptance rate
1120-1370SAT range
25-30ACT range
3.84Avg GPA

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Admission Chance77%

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University of St Thomas

S

Saint Paul, MN

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University of St Thomas

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

9,025enrollment
$30,137net price
77%acceptance rate
1200-1390SAT range
24-29ACT range
3.63Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Jan 15

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The College of Wooster

W

Wooster, OH

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The College of Wooster

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1350 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value Colleges in Ohio

1,967enrollment
$28,976net price
56%acceptance rate
1250-1450SAT range
27-32ACT range
3.76Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance45%

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Cornell College

C

Mount Vernon, IA

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Cornell College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

1,073enrollment
$25,686net price
79%acceptance rate
1170-1380SAT range
23-30ACT range
3.53Avg GPA

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Admission Chance80%

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Milwaukee School of Engineering

M

Milwaukee, WI

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Milwaukee School of Engineering

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Wisconsin

2,729enrollment
$25,661net price
63%acceptance rate
1160-1405SAT range
24-30ACT range
3.65Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Sep 1

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