Colleges for a 1400 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1400 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1400 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 143 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1400 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 1400 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1400 it is extremely good. It situates you in the top 95th 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 1400 score represents 88% of the total possible points. If a 1400 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 1400

Let's examine how a 1400 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1400 is 333 points (31%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1400 is 346 points (33%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1400 is 288 points (26%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1400 is 466 points (50%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1400 is 433 points (45%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1400 is 161 points (13%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1400 is 450 points (47%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1400 is 473 points (51%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1400 is 284 points (25%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1400 is 340 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1400 SAT score?

A 1400 on the SAT translates to a 31 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 1400 SAT score?

Scoring a 1400 on the SAT places you in the 95th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 95% 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 1,615,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 85,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 143 colleges where your 1400 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 579 target schools (good chance), 153 reach (harder) schools and 4,272 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Emerson College
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Boston, MA

Emerson College

Private 4 Year

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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 1400 SAT
Admission Chance54%

Applications Due Feb 20

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University of Denver
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Denver, CO

University of Denver

Private 4 Year

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1310 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Colorado

  • 13,734enrollment
  • $42,423net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1400SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Jan 15

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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 1400 SAT
Admission Chance34%

Applications Due Jan 1

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University of Rochester
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Rochester, NY

University of Rochester

Private 4 Year

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1470 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 12,197enrollment
  • $39,775net price
  • 39%acceptance rate
  • 1390-1540SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance27%

Applications Due Jan 5

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American University
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Washington, DC

American University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1360 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in District Of Columbia

  • 13,885enrollment
  • $41,369net price
  • 41%acceptance rate
  • 1290-1430SAT range
  • 29-32ACT range
  • 3.7Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance50%

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Babson College
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Wellesley, MA

Babson College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1430 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 3,989enrollment
  • $28,400net price
  • 22%acceptance rate
  • 1350-1510SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.79Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance18%

Applications Due Jan 3

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Lafayette College
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Easton, PA

Lafayette College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1410 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,729enrollment
  • $37,186net price
  • 34%acceptance rate
  • 1330-1480SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance33%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Occidental College
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Los Angeles, CA

Occidental College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1440 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 1,942enrollment
  • $44,853net price
  • 39%acceptance rate
  • 1370-1510SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance31%

Applications Due Jan 10

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Bentley University
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Waltham, MA

Bentley University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 5,165enrollment
  • $44,233net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1258-1420SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.75Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance69%

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Colorado School of Mines
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Golden, CO

Colorado School of Mines

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1410 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 7,403enrollment
  • $29,425net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1330-1488SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance56%

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University of Richmond
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University of Richmond, VA

University of Richmond

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1460 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Virginia

  • 3,876enrollment
  • $29,248net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 1398-1530SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance14%

Applications Due Jan 1

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
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Troy, NY

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1440 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,968enrollment
  • $39,127net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 1360-1520SAT range
  • 30-34ACT range
  • 3.88Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance57%

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Wheaton College
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Wheaton, IL

Wheaton College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 2,885enrollment
  • $29,961net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1430SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Brandeis University
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Waltham, MA

Brandeis University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1450 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 5,581enrollment
  • $45,565net price
  • 39%acceptance rate
  • 1370-1530SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance30%

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United States Naval Academy
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Annapolis, Maryland

United States Naval Academy

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 4,450enrollment
  • -net price
  • 11%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1440SAT range
  • 25-32ACT range
  • 3.8Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance16%

Applications Due Jan 31

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University of Dallas
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Irving, TX

University of Dallas

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

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#8 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 2,328enrollment
  • $27,250net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1400SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.9Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance73%

Applications Due Aug 1

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University of the Pacific
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Stockton, CA

University of the Pacific

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 6,277enrollment
  • $28,164net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1423SAT range
  • 25-33ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Jan 15

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University of Vermont
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Burlington, VT

University of Vermont

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1350 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Vermont

  • 14,088enrollment
  • $21,849net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1430SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance69%

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FAQs

Is a 1400 a good SAT score?

Yes, a score of 1400 it is extremely good. The score puts you in the top 95th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1400 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1400 SAT score?

University of Florida, The University of Texas at Austin and University of Michigan are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1400 SAT score.

What percentile is 1400 on the SAT?

A 1400 ranks in the top 95th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1400 SAT?

A 1400 converts to a 31 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 31 ACT score.