Colleges for a 1420 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1420 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1420 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 127 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1420 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 1420 SAT good?

Yes, with a score of 1420 you're amongst the best students in the country. It situates you in the top 96th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your excellent 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 1420 score represents 89% of the total possible points. If a 1420 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 1420

Let's examine how a 1420 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1420 is 353 points (33%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1420 is 366 points (35%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1420 is 308 points (28%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1420 is 486 points (52%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1420 is 453 points (47%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1420 is 181 points (15%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1420 is 470 points (49%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1420 is 493 points (53%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1420 is 304 points (27%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1420 is 360 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1420 SAT score?

A 1420 on the SAT translates to a 32 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 1420 SAT score?

Scoring a 1420 on the SAT places you in the 96th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 96% 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 1,632,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 68,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 127 colleges where your 1420 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 522 target schools (good chance), 153 reach (harder) schools and 4,341 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

University of California Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara, CA

University of California Santa Barbara

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1350 Average SAT Score

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#19 Best Public Universities in America

  • 26,420enrollment
  • $16,874net price
  • 26%acceptance rate
  • 1230-1460SAT range
  • 28-34ACT range
  • 3.82Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance35%

Applications Due Nov 30

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University of Virginia Main Campus
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Charlottesville, VA

University of Virginia Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1470 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in America

  • 26,082enrollment
  • $19,469net price
  • 19%acceptance rate
  • 1400-1540SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.85Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance13%

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Georgetown University
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Washington, DC

Georgetown University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

 

#1 Best Private Colleges in District Of Columbia

  • 20,984enrollment
  • $35,566net price
  • 12%acceptance rate
  • 1410-1560SAT range
  • 32-35ACT range
  • 3.89Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance7%

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Georgia Institute of Technology Main Campus
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Atlanta, GA

Georgia Institute of Technology Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1460 Average SAT Score

 

#1 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 45,296enrollment
  • $17,402net price
  • 17%acceptance rate
  • 1370-1550SAT range
  • 31-35ACT range
  • 3.85Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance13%

Applications Due Jan 4

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Pepperdine University
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Malibu, CA

Pepperdine University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 10,030enrollment
  • $47,804net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 1285-1480SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance55%

Applications Due Jan 15

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University of California San Diego
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La Jolla, CA

University of California San Diego

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in America

  • 42,006enrollment
  • $16,111net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 1270-1480SAT range
  • 28-34ACT range
  • 3.82Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance29%

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Syracuse University
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Syracuse, NY

Syracuse University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1350 Average SAT Score

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#19 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 22,698enrollment
  • $43,651net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1430SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance66%

Applications Due Jan 1

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Stony Brook University
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Stony Brook, NY

Stony Brook University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1410 Average SAT Score

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#25 Best Public Universities in America

  • 25,710enrollment
  • $17,213net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 1320-1500SAT range
  • 28-34ACT range
  • 3.94Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance51%

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SUNY at Binghamton
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Vestal, NY

SUNY at Binghamton

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1430 Average SAT Score

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#23 Best Public Universities in America

  • 18,312enrollment
  • $19,535net price
  • 42%acceptance rate
  • 1340-1510SAT range
  • 29-34ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance41%

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University of Massachusetts Amherst
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Amherst, MA

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1370 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 32,229enrollment
  • $22,291net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1480SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.99Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance70%

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United States Air Force Academy
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USAFA, Colorado

United States Air Force Academy

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 4,085enrollment
  • -net price
  • 16%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1480SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance19%

Applications Due Dec 31

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University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
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Champaign, IL

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1420 Average SAT Score

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#18 Best Public Universities in America

  • 56,916enrollment
  • $14,544net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1320-1510SAT range
  • 29-34ACT range
  • 3.79Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Jan 5

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University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Campus
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Pittsburgh, PA

University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Campus

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

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#24 Best Public Universities in America

  • 33,767enrollment
  • $24,286net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 1280-1470SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.79Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance57%

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College of William and Mary
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Williamsburg, VA

College of William and Mary

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1450 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in America

  • 9,654enrollment
  • $25,688net price
  • 33%acceptance rate
  • 1375-1520SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.85Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance28%

Applications Due Jan 2

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Loyola Marymount University
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Los Angeles, CA

Loyola Marymount University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

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#8 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 10,165enrollment
  • $52,815net price
  • 41%acceptance rate
  • 1300-1460SAT range
  • 29-32ACT range
  • 3.92Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance49%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Fordham University
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Bronx, NY

Fordham University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

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#13 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 16,556enrollment
  • $43,943net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1320-1480SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance58%

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George Washington University
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Washington, DC

George Washington University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1410 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in District Of Columbia

  • 25,939enrollment
  • $42,723net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 1330-1490SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.81Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance51%

Applications Due Jan 5

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Santa Clara University
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Santa Clara, CA

Santa Clara University

Private 4 Year

14 reviews

1390 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 9,178enrollment
  • $50,551net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 1290-1480SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance58%

Applications Due Jan 7

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FAQs

Is a 1420 a good SAT score?

Yes, with a score of 1420 you're amongst the best students in the country. The score puts you in the top 96th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1420 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1420 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 1420 SAT score.

What percentile is 1420 on the SAT?

A 1420 ranks in the top 96th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1420 SAT?

A 1420 converts to a 32 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 32 ACT score.