Colleges for a 1450 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1450 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1450 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 113 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1450 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 1450 SAT good?

A score of 1450 rocks. You're a top one percenter now. It situates you in the top 98th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your exceptional 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 1450 score represents 91% of the total possible points. If a 1450 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 1450

Let's examine how a 1450 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1450 is 383 points (36%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1450 is 396 points (38%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1450 is 338 points (30%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1450 is 516 points (55%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1450 is 483 points (50%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1450 is 211 points (17%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1450 is 500 points (53%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1450 is 523 points (56%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1450 is 334 points (30%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1450 is 390 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1450 SAT score?

A 1450 on the SAT translates to a 33 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 1450 SAT score?

Scoring a 1450 on the SAT places you in the 98th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 98% 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 1,666,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 34,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 113 colleges where your 1450 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 453 target schools (good chance), 150 reach (harder) schools and 4,413 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Occidental College
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Los Angeles, CA

Occidental College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1440 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 1,942enrollment
  • $44,853net price
  • 39%acceptance rate
  • 1370-1510SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance41%

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Colorado School of Mines
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Golden, CO

Colorado School of Mines

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1410 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 7,403enrollment
  • $29,425net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1330-1488SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance66%

Applications Due Jan 15

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University of Richmond
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University of Richmond, VA

University of Richmond

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1460 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Virginia

  • 3,876enrollment
  • $29,248net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 1398-1530SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance22%

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Swarthmore College
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Swarthmore, PA

Swarthmore College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1500 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,625enrollment
  • $20,715net price
  • 7%acceptance rate
  • 1440-1560SAT range
  • 32-35ACT range
  • 3.9Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance4%

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
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Troy, NY

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1440 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,968enrollment
  • $39,127net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 1360-1520SAT range
  • 30-34ACT range
  • 3.88Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance67%

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Brandeis University
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Waltham, MA

Brandeis University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1450 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 5,581enrollment
  • $45,565net price
  • 39%acceptance rate
  • 1370-1530SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
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Admission Chance39%

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Trinity University
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San Antonio, TX

Trinity University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1390 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Texas

  • 2,692enrollment
  • $30,038net price
  • 31%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1470SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance42%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Case Western Reserve University
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Cleveland, OH

Case Western Reserve University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1480 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 12,201enrollment
  • $38,279net price
  • 27%acceptance rate
  • 1410-1540SAT range
  • 32-35ACT range
  • 3.86Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance22%

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Oberlin College
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Oberlin, OH

Oberlin College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1450 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 2,992enrollment
  • $46,462net price
  • 35%acceptance rate
  • 1360-1530SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance36%

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Rochester Institute of Technology
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Rochester, NY

Rochester Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1360 Average SAT Score

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#22 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 16,615enrollment
  • $39,600net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1270-1450SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance79%

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Wesleyan University
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Middletown, CT

Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1420 Average SAT Score

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#19 Best Value Colleges in America

  • 3,253enrollment
  • $21,270net price
  • 14%acceptance rate
  • 1320-1510SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance17%

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Washington and Lee University
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Lexington, VA

Washington and Lee University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1470 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Virginia

  • 2,243enrollment
  • $24,733net price
  • 17%acceptance rate
  • 1410-1533SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.87Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance14%

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Skidmore College
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Saratoga Springs, NY

Skidmore College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

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#8 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,758enrollment
  • $33,389net price
  • 26%acceptance rate
  • 1300-1460SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.75Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance38%

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New Jersey Institute of Technology
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Newark, NJ

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 12,332enrollment
  • $17,762net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1450SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Haverford College
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Haverford, PA

Haverford College

Private 4 Year

7 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Pennsylvania

  • 1,421enrollment
  • $23,476net price
  • 14%acceptance rate
  • 1430-1540SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.9Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance10%

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Reed College
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Portland, OR

Reed College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1410 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Oregon

  • 1,534enrollment
  • $33,106net price
  • 31%acceptance rate
  • 1320-1500SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance37%

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United States Military Academy
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West Point, New York

United States Military Academy

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 4,393enrollment
  • -net price
  • 12%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1450SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1450 SAT
Admission Chance21%

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 1450 SAT
Admission Chance5%

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FAQs

Is a 1450 a good SAT score?

A score of 1450 rocks. You're a top one percenter now. The score puts you in the top 98th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1450 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1450 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 1450 SAT score.

What percentile is 1450 on the SAT?

A 1450 ranks in the top 98th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1450 SAT?

A 1450 converts to a 33 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 33 ACT score.