Southern Colleges for a 1280 on the SAT

What Southern colleges accept a 1280 SAT score?

These Southern 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 113 Southern 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 Southern 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 113 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 426 target schools (good chance), 42 reach (harder) schools and 1,335 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

The University of Texas at Austin

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Austin, TX

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The University of Texas at Austin

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1370 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Public Universities in America

52,384enrollment
$17,434net price
31%acceptance rate
1230-1500SAT range
26-33ACT range
3.8Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance23%

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Florida State University

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Tallahassee, FL

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Florida State University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

#3 Best Colleges in Florida

44,161enrollment
$14,003net price
25%acceptance rate
1210-1370SAT range
26-31ACT range
3.7Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance24%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Clemson University

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Clemson, SC

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Clemson University

Public 4 Year

9 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

28,466enrollment
$24,577net price
43%acceptance rate
1220-1410SAT range
28-32ACT range
3.75Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance37%

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Arizona State University

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Tempe, AZ

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Arizona State University

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Arizona

80,065enrollment
$14,808net price
90%acceptance rate
1100-1320SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.54Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance93%

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University of Georgia

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Athens, GA

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University of Georgia

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

#3 Best Colleges in Georgia

40,607enrollment
$17,180net price
43%acceptance rate
1220-1420SAT range
27-32ACT range
4.0Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance37%

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Virginia Tech

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Blacksburg, VA

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Virginia Tech

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Virginia

38,170enrollment
$19,301net price
57%acceptance rate
1240-1430SAT range
27-32ACT range
3.97Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance48%

Applications Due Jan 15

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The University of Alabama

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Tuscaloosa, AL

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The University of Alabama

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Alabama

38,644enrollment
$20,592net price
80%acceptance rate
1130-1410SAT range
23-31ACT range
3.76Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance81%

Applications Due May 1

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University of Central Florida

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Orlando, FL

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University of Central Florida

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

#3 Best Public Universities in Florida

68,346enrollment
$13,108net price
41%acceptance rate
1200-1360SAT range
25-29ACT range
3.64Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance41%

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Auburn University

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Auburn University, AL

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Auburn University

Public 4 Year

9 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Alabama

31,764enrollment
$25,271net price
44%acceptance rate
1220-1380SAT range
24-30ACT range
3.97Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance40%

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Baylor University

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Waco, TX

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Baylor University

Private 4 Year

14 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Texas

20,709enrollment
$45,988net price
46%acceptance rate
1230-1410SAT range
28-33ACT range
3.74Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance39%

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The University of Tennessee

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Knoxville, TN

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The University of Tennessee

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

#1 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

33,805enrollment
$21,880net price
68%acceptance rate
1170-1330SAT range
25-31ACT range
3.66Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance73%

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North Carolina State University at Raleigh

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Raleigh, NC

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North Carolina State University at Raleigh

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1370 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#22 Best Public Universities in America

36,700enrollment
$14,852net price
47%acceptance rate
1280-1460SAT range
28-33ACT range
3.83Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance32%

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University of Kentucky

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Lexington, KY

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University of Kentucky

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

31,547enrollment
$18,693net price
95%acceptance rate
1070-1290SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.59Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance97%

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Texas A & M University College Station

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College Station, TX

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Texas A & M University College Station

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

#21 Best Public Universities in America

74,014enrollment
$20,375net price
63%acceptance rate
1150-1390SAT range
25-31ACT range
3.68Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance64%

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University of Arizona

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Tucson, AZ

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University of Arizona

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Arizona

49,403enrollment
$17,075net price
87%acceptance rate
1140-1370SAT range
21-29ACT range
3.48Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance88%

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Texas Tech University

T

Lubbock, TX

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Texas Tech University

Public 4 Year

8 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Texas

40,378enrollment
$17,896net price
67%acceptance rate
1090-1280SAT range
23-28ACT range
3.76Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance79%

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University of Houston

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Houston, TX

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University of Houston

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Texas

46,700enrollment
$14,056net price
66%acceptance rate
1160-1330SAT range
23-29ACT range
3.46Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance72%

Applications Due May 31

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University of South Carolina Columbia

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Columbia, SC

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University of South Carolina Columbia

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

35,653enrollment
$22,427net price
64%acceptance rate
1180-1380SAT range
27-32ACT range
3.69Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1280 SAT

Admission Chance64%

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