Southeastern Colleges for a 1520 on the SAT

What Southeastern colleges accept a 1520 SAT score?

These Southeastern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1520 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 27 Southeastern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1520 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 Southeastern colleges

Is a 1520 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1520 is awesome. It situates you in the top 99th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your almost perfect 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 1520 score represents 95% of the total possible points. If a 1520 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 1520

Let's examine how a 1520 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1520 is 453 points (42%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1520 is 466 points (44%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1520 is 408 points (37%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1520 is 586 points (63%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1520 is 553 points (57%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1520 is 281 points (23%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1520 is 570 points (60%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1520 is 593 points (64%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1520 is 404 points (36%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1520 is 460 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1520 SAT score?

A 1520 on the SAT translates to a 34 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 1520 SAT score?

Scoring a 1520 on the SAT places you in the 99th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 99% 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 1,683,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 17,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1520 SAT Colleges

Displaying 27 colleges where your 1520 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 69 target schools (good chance), 18 reach (harder) schools and 1,344 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Washington and Lee University
W
Lexington, VA

Washington and Lee University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1470 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Virginia

  • 2,243enrollment
  • $24,733net price
  • 17%acceptance rate
  • 1410-1533SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.87Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1520 SAT
Admission Chance25%

Applications Due Jan 1

Fisk University
F
HBCU
Nashville, TN

Fisk University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 1,055enrollment
  • $20,578net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1450SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1520 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Aug 1

Rhodes College
R
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 1520 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Jan 15

Furman University
F
Greenville, SC

Furman University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1360 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 2,443enrollment
  • $33,370net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1455SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 1520 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Jan 15

University of Alabama at Huntsville
A
Huntsville, AL

University of Alabama at Huntsville

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1330 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 9,237enrollment
  • $18,588net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1226-1430SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 1520 SAT
Admission Chance92%

St John's College
S
Annapolis, MD

St John's College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1360 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 541enrollment
  • $27,643net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1460SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 1520 SAT
Admission Chance73%

Centre College
C
Danville, KY

Centre College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1330 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Kentucky

  • 1,357enrollment
  • $23,584net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1195-1470SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 1520 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Jan 15

Eastern Mennonite University
E
Harrisonburg, VA

Eastern Mennonite University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,334enrollment
  • $23,783net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1590SAT range
  • 25-34ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1520 SAT
Admission Chance99%

Patrick Henry College
P
Purcellville, Virginia
 

Patrick Henry College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 409enrollment
  • $26,095net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1233-1440SAT range
  • 27-31ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
Your 1520 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Jul 15