Colleges for a 1440 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1440 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1440 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 117 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1440 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 1440 SAT good?

Yes, with a score of 1440 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 1440 score represents 90% of the total possible points. If a 1440 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 1440

Let's examine how a 1440 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1440 is 373 points (35%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1440 is 386 points (37%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1440 is 328 points (29%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1440 is 506 points (54%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1440 is 473 points (49%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1440 is 201 points (16%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1440 is 490 points (52%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1440 is 513 points (55%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1440 is 324 points (29%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1440 is 380 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1440 SAT score?

A 1440 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 1440 SAT score?

Scoring a 1440 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 117 colleges where your 1440 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 477 target schools (good chance), 147 reach (harder) schools and 4,389 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Georgia Institute of Technology Main Campus
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Atlanta, GA

Georgia Institute of Technology Main Campus

Public 4 Year

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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 1440 SAT
Admission Chance15%

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Pepperdine University
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Malibu, CA

Pepperdine University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

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#11 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 10,030enrollment
  • $47,804net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 1285-1480SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1440 SAT
Admission Chance58%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Emory University
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Atlanta, GA

Emory University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

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#24 Best Colleges in America

  • 14,841enrollment
  • $26,680net price
  • 11%acceptance rate
  • 1430-1550SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 1440 SAT
Admission Chance7%

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University of California San Diego
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La Jolla, CA

University of California San Diego

Public 4 Year

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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 1440 SAT
Admission Chance32%

Applications Due Nov 30

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Boston College
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Chestnut Hill, MA

Boston College

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 15,287enrollment
  • $30,559net price
  • 17%acceptance rate
  • 1435-1540SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.86Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1440 SAT
Admission Chance10%

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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 1440 SAT
Admission Chance54%

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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 1440 SAT
Admission Chance45%

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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 1440 SAT
Admission Chance73%

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Northeastern University
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Boston, MA

Northeastern University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1500 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 30,013enrollment
  • $35,827net price
  • 7%acceptance rate
  • 1440-1550SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.91Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1440 SAT
Admission Chance4%

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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 1440 SAT
Admission Chance21%

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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 1440 SAT
Admission Chance49%

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
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Admission Chance60%

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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 1440 SAT
Admission Chance32%

Applications Due Jan 2

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Loyola Marymount University
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Los Angeles, CA

Loyola Marymount University

Private 4 Year

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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 1440 SAT
Admission Chance53%

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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 1440 SAT
Admission Chance62%

Applications Due Jan 1

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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 1440 SAT
Admission Chance55%

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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

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 9,178enrollment
  • $50,551net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 1290-1480SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1440 SAT
Admission Chance61%

Applications Due Jan 7

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Rutgers University New Brunswick
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New Brunswick, NJ

Rutgers University New Brunswick

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

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#20 Best Public Universities in America

  • 50,637enrollment
  • $17,535net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1270-1480SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.3Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1440 SAT
Admission Chance74%

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FAQs

Is a 1440 a good SAT score?

Yes, with a score of 1440 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 1440 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1440 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 1440 SAT score.

What percentile is 1440 on the SAT?

A 1440 ranks in the top 97th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1440 SAT?

A 1440 converts to a 32 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 32 ACT score.