Colleges for a 1430 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1430 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1430 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 125 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1430 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 1430 SAT good?

Yes, with a score of 1430 you're amongst the best students in the country. It situates you in the top 97th 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 1430 score represents 89% of the total possible points. If a 1430 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 1430

Let's examine how a 1430 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1430 is 363 points (34%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1430 is 376 points (36%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1430 is 318 points (29%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1430 is 496 points (53%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1430 is 463 points (48%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1430 is 191 points (15%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1430 is 480 points (51%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1430 is 503 points (54%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1430 is 314 points (28%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1430 is 370 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1430 SAT score?

A 1430 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 1430 SAT score?

Scoring a 1430 on the SAT places you in the 97th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 97% 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 1,649,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 51,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 125 colleges where your 1430 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 501 target schools (good chance), 147 reach (harder) schools and 4,362 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Haverford College
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Haverford, PA

Haverford College

Private 4 Year

7 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Pennsylvania

  • 1,421enrollment
  • $23,476net price
  • 14%acceptance rate
  • 1430-1540SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.9Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance8%

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Reed College
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Portland, OR

Reed College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1410 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Oregon

  • 1,534enrollment
  • $33,106net price
  • 31%acceptance rate
  • 1320-1500SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance34%

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United States Military Academy
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West Point, New York

United States Military Academy

Public 4 Year

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1340 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 4,393enrollment
  • -net price
  • 12%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1450SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance19%

Applications Due Jan 31

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Colby College
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Waterville, ME

Colby College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Value Colleges in America

  • 2,299enrollment
  • $16,951net price
  • 8%acceptance rate
  • 1430-1540SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.86Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance4%

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Pratt Institute Main
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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 1430 SAT
Admission Chance66%

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Wellesley College
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Wellesley, MA

Wellesley College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Colleges in America

  • 2,447enrollment
  • $21,362net price
  • 14%acceptance rate
  • 1430-1550SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.86Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance8%

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Carleton College
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Northfield, MN

Carleton College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Minnesota

  • 2,059enrollment
  • $31,494net price
  • 17%acceptance rate
  • 1430-1550SAT range
  • 32-35ACT range
  • 3.9Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance10%

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Middlebury College
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Middlebury, VT

Middlebury College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1480 Average SAT Score

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#23 Best Value Colleges in America

  • 2,843enrollment
  • $22,181net price
  • 13%acceptance rate
  • 1425-1540SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.89Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance8%

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Fisk University
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HBCU
Nashville, TN

Fisk University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 1,055enrollment
  • $20,578net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1450SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Scripps College
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Claremont, CA

Scripps College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1450 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 1,099enrollment
  • $43,923net price
  • 28%acceptance rate
  • 1390-1510SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance24%

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Westmont College
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Santa Barbara, CA
 

Westmont College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1370 Average SAT Score

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#13 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 1,284enrollment
  • $33,112net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1280-1458SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance88%

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Denison University
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Granville, OH

Denison University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1370 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Ohio

  • 2,416enrollment
  • $38,267net price
  • 22%acceptance rate
  • 1270-1460SAT range
  • 29-32ACT range
  • 3.76Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance30%

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Grinnell College
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Grinnell, IA

Grinnell College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1460 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Iowa

  • 1,759enrollment
  • $33,467net price
  • 11%acceptance rate
  • 1380-1530SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.89Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance9%

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Hamilton College
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Clinton, NY

Hamilton College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1480 Average SAT Score

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#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 1430 SAT
Admission Chance7%

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Kenyon College
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Gambier, OH

Kenyon College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1430 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,885enrollment
  • $43,044net price
  • 34%acceptance rate
  • 1350-1515SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.84Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance34%

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Stevens Institute of Technology
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Hoboken, NJ

Stevens Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1450 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in New Jersey

  • 9,314enrollment
  • $41,689net price
  • 46%acceptance rate
  • 1380-1510SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.88Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance42%

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Gettysburg College
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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 1430 SAT
Admission Chance68%

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Rhodes College
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Memphis, TN

Rhodes College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1390 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Tennessee

  • 2,008enrollment
  • $30,672net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1470SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.99Avg GPA
Your 1430 SAT
Admission Chance62%

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FAQs

Is a 1430 a good SAT score?

Yes, with a score of 1430 you're amongst the best students in the country. The score puts you in the top 97th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1430 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1430 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 1430 SAT score.

What percentile is 1430 on the SAT?

A 1430 ranks in the top 97th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1430 SAT?

A 1430 converts to a 32 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 32 ACT score.