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 4,278 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

University of Florida
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Gainesville, FL

University of Florida

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in America

  • 55,211enrollment
  • $11,740net price
  • 23%acceptance rate
  • 1300-1490SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.9Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance24%

Applications Due Mar 1

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The University of Texas at Austin
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Austin, TX

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 1400 SAT
Admission Chance35%

Applications Due Dec 1

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University of Michigan
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Ann Arbor, MI

University of Michigan

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1440 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in America

  • 51,225enrollment
  • $19,318net price
  • 18%acceptance rate
  • 1350-1530SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.88Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance14%

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University of California Los Angeles
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Los Angeles, CA

University of California Los Angeles

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1420 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in America

  • 46,430enrollment
  • $16,999net price
  • 9%acceptance rate
  • 1300-1530SAT range
  • 29-35ACT range
  • 3.92Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance8%

Applications Due Nov 30

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Clemson University
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Clemson, SC

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 1400 SAT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due May 1

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University of Miami
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Coral Gables, FL

University of Miami

Private 4 Year

14 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 19,402enrollment
  • $36,467net price
  • 19%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1480SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance20%

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University of Georgia
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Athens, GA

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 1400 SAT
Admission Chance56%

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Chapel Hill, NC

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1440 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Value Colleges in America

  • 31,705enrollment
  • $10,614net price
  • 17%acceptance rate
  • 1350-1530SAT range
  • 30-34ACT range
  • 3.83Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance13%

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Virginia Tech
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Blacksburg, VA

Virginia Tech

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 38,170enrollment
  • $19,301net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1240-1430SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.97Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance67%

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The University of Alabama
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Tuscaloosa, AL

The University of Alabama

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Alabama

  • 38,644enrollment
  • $20,592net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1410SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due May 1

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Boston University
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Boston, MA

Boston University

Private 4 Year

9 reviews

1430 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 36,714enrollment
  • $27,829net price
  • 14%acceptance rate
  • 1350-1500SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance12%

Applications Due Jan 4

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Ohio State University
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Columbus, OH

Ohio State University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 60,540enrollment
  • $19,582net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1480SAT range
  • 29-32ACT range
  • 3.76Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance54%

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University of California Irvine
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Irvine, CA

University of California Irvine

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1330 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in America

  • 35,937enrollment
  • $14,033net price
  • 21%acceptance rate
  • 1230-1430SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.75Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance29%

Applications Due Nov 30

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Baylor University
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Waco, TX

Baylor University

Private 4 Year

14 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

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#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 1400 SAT
Admission Chance60%

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University of Maryland College Park
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College Park, MD

University of Maryland College Park

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1440 Average SAT Score

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#13 Best Public Universities in America

  • 40,792enrollment
  • $16,210net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1360-1520SAT range
  • 30-34ACT range
  • 3.84Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance37%

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University of Wisconsin Madison
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Madison, WI

University of Wisconsin Madison

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1430 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Public Universities in America

  • 48,956enrollment
  • $13,376net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 1340-1510SAT range
  • 26-32ACT range
  • 3.88Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance44%

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University of Washington Seattle Campus
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Seattle, WA

University of Washington Seattle Campus

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1330 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in America

  • 52,319enrollment
  • $10,603net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1453SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 3.82Avg GPA
Your 1400 SAT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due Nov 16

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North Carolina State University at Raleigh
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Raleigh, NC

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 1400 SAT
Admission Chance52%

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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.