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.

Walsh University

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North Canton, OH

Walsh University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

2,309enrollment
$20,032net price
73%acceptance rate
1030-1320SAT range
20-26ACT range
3.38Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance81%

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Franciscan University of Steubenville

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Steubenville, OH

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Franciscan University of Steubenville

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

3,656enrollment
$25,310net price
67%acceptance rate
1100-1320SAT range
22-28ACT range
3.78Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance75%

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Northwestern College

N

Saint Paul, MN

Northwestern College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

3,253enrollment
$25,704net price
93%acceptance rate
1015-1311SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.58Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Aug 1

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The College of Saint Scholastica

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Duluth, MN

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The College of Saint Scholastica

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

3,207enrollment
$24,578net price
97%acceptance rate
1110-1310SAT range
22-27ACT range
3.5Avg GPA

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Admission Chance98%

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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

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Rapid City, SD

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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in South Dakota

2,492enrollment
$21,124net price
83%acceptance rate
1160-1378SAT range
23-29ACT range
3.57Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Cleveland Institute of Art

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Cleveland, OH

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Cleveland Institute of Art

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

584enrollment
$33,395net price
70%acceptance rate
1080-1280SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.48Avg GPA

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Admission Chance82%

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Simpson College

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Indianola, IA

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Simpson College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Iowa

1,151enrollment
$23,185net price
89%acceptance rate
890-1280SAT range
20-27ACT range
3.62Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Aug 15

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Knox College

K

Galesburg, IL

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Knox College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

1,058enrollment
$26,882net price
73%acceptance rate
1160-1420SAT range
28-32ACT range
NAAvg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Minnesota State University Moorhead

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Moorhead, MN

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Minnesota State University Moorhead

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Minnesota

4,682enrollment
$17,939net price
57%acceptance rate
1080-1290SAT range
18-24ACT range
3.52Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance70%

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Northland College

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Ashland, WI

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Northland College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

518enrollment
$23,252net price
68%acceptance rate
1121-1280SAT range
19-25ACT range
3.3Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance80%

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Dakota Wesleyan University

D

Mitchell, SD

Dakota Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

887enrollment
$19,825net price
75%acceptance rate
950-1420SAT range
18-24ACT range
3.36Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Aug 27

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Martin Luther College

M

New Ulm, MN

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Martin Luther College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

880enrollment
$22,293net price
84%acceptance rate
1051-1316SAT range
20-27ACT range
3.56Avg GPA

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Admission Chance89%

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Bethany Lutheran College

B

Mankato, MN

Bethany Lutheran College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

830enrollment
$18,525net price
58%acceptance rate
990-1290SAT range
20-25ACT range
3.51Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Jul 1

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Hannibal LaGrange University

H

Hannibal, MO

Hannibal LaGrange University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

494enrollment
$20,537net price
67%acceptance rate
1067-1315SAT range
17-25ACT range
NAAvg GPA

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Admission Chance76%

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Central Bible College

C

Springfield, Missouri

Central Bible College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

669enrollment
-net price
100%acceptance rate
1120-1350SAT range
19-24ACT range
3.32Estimated Avg GPA

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Principia College

P

Elsah, Illinois

Principia College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

323enrollment
$18,039net price
48%acceptance rate
970-1300SAT range
-ACT range
3.34Avg GPA

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Admission Chance62%

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