Colleges for a 1470 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1470 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1470 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 97 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1470 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 1470 SAT good?

A score of 1470 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 1470 score represents 92% of the total possible points. If a 1470 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 1470

Let's examine how a 1470 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1470 is 403 points (38%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1470 is 416 points (39%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1470 is 358 points (32%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1470 is 536 points (57%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1470 is 503 points (52%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1470 is 231 points (19%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1470 is 520 points (55%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1470 is 543 points (59%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1470 is 354 points (32%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1470 is 410 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1470 SAT score?

A 1470 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 1470 SAT score?

Scoring a 1470 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 97 colleges where your 1470 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 396 target schools (good chance), 144 reach (harder) schools and 4,473 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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance18%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Jan 15

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University of Notre Dame
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Notre Dame, IN

University of Notre Dame

Private 4 Year

7 reviews

1500 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Indiana

  • 13,105enrollment
  • $28,474net price
  • 13%acceptance rate
  • 1450-1550SAT range
  • 32-35ACT range
  • 3.91Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance9%

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Emory University
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Atlanta, GA

Emory University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#24 Best Colleges in America

  • 14,841enrollment
  • $26,680net price
  • 11%acceptance rate
  • 1430-1550SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance9%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance36%

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Boston College
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Chestnut Hill, MA

Boston College

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

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#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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance14%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance60%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance50%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance76%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance5%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance25%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance54%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance65%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance38%

Applications Due Jan 2

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance67%

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

Test Optional

#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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance61%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance66%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance78%

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FAQs

Is a 1470 a good SAT score?

A score of 1470 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 1470 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1470 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 1470 SAT score.

What percentile is 1470 on the SAT?

A 1470 ranks in the top 98th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1470 SAT?

A 1470 converts to a 33 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 33 ACT score.