Mid Atlantic Colleges for a 1420 on the SAT

What Mid Atlantic colleges accept a 1420 SAT score?

These Mid Atlantic 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 32 Mid Atlantic 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 Mid Atlantic 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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List of 1420 SAT Colleges

Displaying 32 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 108 target schools (good chance), 42 reach (harder) schools and 663 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Pratt Institute Main
P
Brooklyn, NY

Pratt Institute Main

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 5,494enrollment
  • $47,326net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1430SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.86Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Jan 5

Hamilton College
H
Clinton, NY

Hamilton College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1480 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in New York

  • 2,072enrollment
  • $24,503net price
  • 12%acceptance rate
  • 1420-1540SAT range
  • 33-34ACT range
  • 3.87Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance7%

Applications Due Jan 5

Stevens Institute of Technology
S
Hoboken, NJ

Stevens Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1450 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in New Jersey

  • 9,314enrollment
  • $41,689net price
  • 46%acceptance rate
  • 1380-1510SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.88Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance40%

Gettysburg College
G
Gettysburg, PA

Gettysburg College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,854enrollment
  • $33,882net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1350-1440SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance65%

Applications Due Jan 15

Franklin and Marshall College
F
Lancaster, PA

Franklin and Marshall College

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,990enrollment
  • $31,135net price
  • 36%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1440SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance47%

Applications Due Jan 15

Sarah Lawrence College
S
Bronxville, NY

Sarah Lawrence College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1360 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#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 1420 SAT
Admission Chance61%

Applications Due Jan 15

Union College
U
Schenectady, NY

Union College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,107enrollment
  • $41,136net price
  • 47%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1490SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance51%

Applications Due Jan 15

Bryn Mawr College
B
Bryn Mawr, PA

Bryn Mawr College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1390 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,742enrollment
  • $39,072net price
  • 31%acceptance rate
  • 1280-1495SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.85Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance35%

Applications Due Jan 15

Polytechnic Institute of New York University
P
Brooklyn, New York

Polytechnic Institute of New York University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1350 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 4,487enrollment
  • $28,986net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1440SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
A
Albany, NY

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1350 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 930enrollment
  • $29,175net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1470SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Jul 1

Yeshiva University
Y
New York, NY

Yeshiva University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,056enrollment
  • $35,912net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1500SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance68%

Applications Due Feb 1

Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
C
New York, NY

Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1460 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 958enrollment
  • $26,194net price
  • 22%acceptance rate
  • 1390-1530SAT range
  • 31-35ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance16%

Applications Due Jan 8

Touro College
T
New York, NY

Touro College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 11,111enrollment
  • $23,960net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1428SAT range
  • 25-32ACT range
  • 3.17Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Webb Institute
W
Glen Cove, NY

Webb Institute

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1460 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 102enrollment
  • $19,744net price
  • 21%acceptance rate
  • 1400-1510SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1420 SAT
Admission Chance15%

Applications Due Jan 15