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.

Kenyon College
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Gambier, OH

Kenyon College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1430 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,885enrollment
  • $43,044net price
  • 34%acceptance rate
  • 1350-1515SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.84Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance41%

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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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance52%

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Rhodes College
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Memphis, TN

Rhodes College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1390 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Tennessee

  • 2,008enrollment
  • $30,672net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1470SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.99Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance69%

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St Olaf College
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Northfield, MN

St Olaf College

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1390 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Minnesota

  • 3,046enrollment
  • $26,171net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1300-1480SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance69%

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Macalester College
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Saint Paul, MN

Macalester College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1420 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Minnesota

  • 2,175enrollment
  • $36,095net price
  • 28%acceptance rate
  • 1340-1500SAT range
  • 30-34ACT range
  • 3.81Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance37%

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Trinity College
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Hartford, CT

Trinity College

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1390 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Connecticut

  • 2,205enrollment
  • $32,704net price
  • 36%acceptance rate
  • 1300-1470SAT range
  • 30-32ACT range
  • 3.8Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance52%

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Colorado College
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Colorado Springs, CO

Colorado College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1370 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Colorado

  • 2,203enrollment
  • $33,178net price
  • 16%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1480SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.98Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance25%

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Whitman College
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Walla Walla, WA

Whitman College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Private Colleges in Washington

  • 1,493enrollment
  • $39,935net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 1293-1473SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance63%

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Rose Hulman Institute of Technology
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Terre Haute, IN

Rose Hulman Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1390 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 2,188enrollment
  • $41,678net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1290-1483SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance83%

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Bowdoin College
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Brunswick, ME

Bowdoin College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1510 Average SAT Score

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#25 Best Colleges in America

  • 1,915enrollment
  • $22,776net price
  • 9%acceptance rate
  • 1460-1560SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance6%

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Union College
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Schenectady, NY

Union College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

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#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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance59%

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Bryn Mawr College
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Bryn Mawr, PA

Bryn Mawr College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1390 Average SAT Score

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#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 1470 SAT
Admission Chance42%

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Smith College
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Northampton, MA

Smith College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1450 Average SAT Score

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#8 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 2,873enrollment
  • $30,790net price
  • 23%acceptance rate
  • 1370-1520SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance27%

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Mount Holyoke College
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South Hadley, MA

Mount Holyoke College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1450 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 2,392enrollment
  • $35,765net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1350-1540SAT range
  • 30-34ACT range
  • 3.87Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance44%

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Bates College
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Lewiston, ME

Bates College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1470 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Maine

  • 1,790enrollment
  • $27,491net price
  • 14%acceptance rate
  • 1420-1520SAT range
  • 32-33ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance14%

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Centre College
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Danville, KY

Centre College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1330 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Kentucky

  • 1,357enrollment
  • $23,584net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1195-1470SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance76%

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Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
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Albany, NY

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1350 Average SAT Score

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  • 930enrollment
  • $29,175net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1470SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance79%

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University of Missouri Kansas City
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Kansas City, MO

University of Missouri Kansas City

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Missouri

  • 15,703enrollment
  • $14,739net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1245-1550SAT range
  • 21-30ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1470 SAT
Admission Chance75%

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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.