Colleges for a 1340 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1340 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1340 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 247 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1340 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 U.S. colleges

Is a 1340 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1340 is very good. It situates you in the top 91st 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 1340 score represents 84% of the total possible points. If a 1340 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 1340

Let's examine how a 1340 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1340 is 273 points (26%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1340 is 286 points (27%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1340 is 228 points (21%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1340 is 406 points (43%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1340 is 373 points (39%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1340 is 101 points (8%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1340 is 390 points (41%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1340 is 413 points (45%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1340 is 224 points (20%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1340 is 280 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1340 SAT score?

A 1340 on the SAT translates to a 29 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 1340 SAT score?

Scoring a 1340 on the SAT places you in the 91st percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 91% 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 1,547,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 153,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 247 colleges where your 1340 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 861 target schools (good chance), 168 reach (harder) schools and 3,912 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Brigham Young University Provo
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Provo, UT

Brigham Young University Provo

Private 4 Year

15 reviews

1370 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in Utah

  • 34,464enrollment
  • $13,521net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1280-1468SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.89Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance62%

Applications Due Dec 16

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University of Iowa
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Iowa City, IA

University of Iowa

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Iowa

  • 30,015enrollment
  • $19,587net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1340SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due May 1

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Chapman University
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Orange, CA

Chapman University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 10,014enrollment
  • $45,033net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1400SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Jan 15

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University of Minnesota Twin Cities
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Minneapolis, MN

University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Minnesota

  • 54,955enrollment
  • $16,018net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1290-1500SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.75Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance68%

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University of Utah
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Salt Lake City, UT

University of Utah

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Utah

  • 34,734enrollment
  • $12,399net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1390SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Apr 1

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Loyola University Chicago
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Chicago, IL

Loyola University Chicago

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 16,899enrollment
  • $37,511net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1370SAT range
  • 27-31ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance85%

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University at Buffalo
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Buffalo, NY

University at Buffalo

Public 4 Year

8 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Public Universities in America

  • 32,099enrollment
  • $18,524net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1380SAT range
  • 25-32ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance75%

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Bucknell University
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Lewisburg, PA

Bucknell University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1390 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 3,787enrollment
  • $39,965net price
  • 33%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1470SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance25%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Texas Christian University
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Fort Worth, TX

Texas Christian University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 12,273enrollment
  • $44,190net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.68Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance68%

Applications Due Feb 1

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University of Cincinnati Main Campus
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Cincinnati, OH

University of Cincinnati Main Campus

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 41,155enrollment
  • $20,149net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1360SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Mar 1

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CUNY Hunter College
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New York, NY

CUNY Hunter College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 22,970enrollment
  • $4,848net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1340SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance64%

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Mercer University
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Macon, GA

Mercer University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Value Colleges in Georgia

  • 8,889enrollment
  • $22,087net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.98Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Jul 1

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University of Connecticut
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Storrs, CT

University of Connecticut

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1330 Average SAT Score

 

#12 Best Public Universities in America

  • 27,003enrollment
  • $23,985net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1440SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.74Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance56%

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Rhode Island School of Design
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Providence, RI

Rhode Island School of Design

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1430 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Rhode Island

  • 2,620enrollment
  • $39,800net price
  • 17%acceptance rate
  • 1340-1525SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.71Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance10%

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Emerson College
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Boston, MA

Emerson College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

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#21 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 5,891enrollment
  • $51,432net price
  • 43%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1430SAT range
  • 30-32ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance43%

Applications Due Feb 20

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Belmont University
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Nashville, TN

Belmont University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 8,910enrollment
  • $36,225net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1340SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Jul 1

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University of Denver
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Denver, CO

University of Denver

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1310 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Colorado

  • 13,734enrollment
  • $42,423net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1400SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance81%

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Lehigh University
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Bethlehem, PA

Lehigh University

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

1420 Average SAT Score

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#5 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 7,394enrollment
  • $30,453net price
  • 37%acceptance rate
  • 1340-1490SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.81Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance24%

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FAQs

Is a 1340 a good SAT score?

Yes, a score of 1340 is very good. The score puts you in the top 91st percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1340 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1340 SAT score?

University of Florida, The University of Texas at Austin and University of California Los Angeles are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1340 SAT score.

What percentile is 1340 on the SAT?

A 1340 ranks in the top 91st percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1340 SAT?

A 1340 converts to a 29 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 29 ACT score.