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.

Macalester College
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Saint Paul, MN

Macalester College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1420 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Minnesota

  • 2,175enrollment
  • $36,095net price
  • 28%acceptance rate
  • 1340-1500SAT range
  • 30-34ACT range
  • 3.81Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance17%

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Calvin College
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Grand Rapids, MI

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
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance82%

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University of St Thomas
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Saint Paul, MN

University of St Thomas

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

  • 9,025enrollment
  • $30,137net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1390SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Jan 15

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The College of Wooster
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Wooster, OH

The College of Wooster

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1350 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,967enrollment
  • $28,976net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1450SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance54%

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New College of Florida
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Sarasota, FL

New College of Florida

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 689enrollment
  • $10,496net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1103-1360SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.87Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due May 30

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Trinity College
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Hartford, CT

Trinity College

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1390 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Connecticut

  • 2,205enrollment
  • $32,704net price
  • 36%acceptance rate
  • 1300-1470SAT range
  • 30-32ACT range
  • 3.8Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance29%

Applications Due Jan 17

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Colorado College
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Colorado Springs, CO

Colorado College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1370 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Colorado

  • 2,203enrollment
  • $33,178net price
  • 16%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1480SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.98Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance14%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Cornell College
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Mount Vernon, IA

Cornell College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

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#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 Chance85%

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Whitman College
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Walla Walla, WA

Whitman College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Private Colleges in Washington

  • 1,493enrollment
  • $39,935net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 1293-1473SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance40%

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Rose Hulman Institute of Technology
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Terre Haute, IN

Rose Hulman Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1390 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 2,188enrollment
  • $41,678net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1290-1483SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance67%

Applications Due Mar 1

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University of the Sciences
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Philadelphia, PA

University of the Sciences

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

 

#60 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,420enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1340SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.63Estimated Avg GPA
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Maryland Institute College of Art
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Baltimore, MD

Maryland Institute College of Art

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Maryland

  • 1,952enrollment
  • $43,545net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 967-1362SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Feb 1

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State University of New York at New Paltz
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New Paltz, NY

State University of New York at New Paltz

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 6,964enrollment
  • $19,592net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1340SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Apr 1

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Wentworth Institute of Technology
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Boston, MA

Wentworth Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

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#24 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 3,920enrollment
  • $37,901net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1340SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Franklin and Marshall College
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Lancaster, PA

Franklin and Marshall College

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,990enrollment
  • $31,135net price
  • 36%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1440SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance28%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Sarah Lawrence College
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Bronxville, NY

Sarah Lawrence College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1360 Average SAT Score

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#15 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,696enrollment
  • $42,781net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1450SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance47%

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Clark University
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Worcester, MA

Clark University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

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#17 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 3,770enrollment
  • $32,053net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1430SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance50%

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Milwaukee School of Engineering
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Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee School of Engineering

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Value Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 2,729enrollment
  • $25,661net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1405SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 1340 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Sep 1

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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.