Colleges for a 1270 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1270 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1270 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 404 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1270 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 1270 SAT good?

Yes, you have a lot of opportunities at very good schools with a score of 1270. It situates you in the top 85th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your significantly above average 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 1270 score represents 79% of the total possible points. If a 1270 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 1270

Let's examine how a 1270 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1270 is 203 points (19%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1270 is 216 points (20%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1270 is 158 points (14%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1270 is 336 points (36%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1270 is 303 points (31%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1270 is 31 points (3%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1270 is 320 points (34%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1270 is 343 points (37%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1270 is 154 points (14%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1270 is 210 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1270 SAT score?

A 1270 on the SAT translates to a 27 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 1270 SAT score?

Scoring a 1270 on the SAT places you in the 85th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 85% 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 1,445,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 255,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 404 colleges where your 1270 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 1,353 target schools (good chance), 204 reach (harder) schools and 3,312 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

New College of Florida
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Sarasota, FL

New College of Florida

Public 4 Year

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1230 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 689enrollment
  • $10,496net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1103-1360SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.87Avg GPA
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Admission Chance78%

Applications Due May 30

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Colorado College
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Colorado Springs, CO

Colorado College

Private 4 Year

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1370 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Colorado

  • 2,203enrollment
  • $33,178net price
  • 16%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1480SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.98Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance10%

Applications Due Jan 15

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University of Hartford
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West Hartford, CT

University of Hartford

Private 4 Year

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1190 Average SAT Score

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#8 Best Private Colleges in Connecticut

  • 5,732enrollment
  • $31,687net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1290SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.26Avg GPA
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Admission Chance89%

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Cornell College
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Mount Vernon, IA

Cornell College

Private 4 Year

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1280 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,073enrollment
  • $25,686net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1380SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
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Admission Chance78%

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Louisiana Tech University
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Ruston, LA

Louisiana Tech University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

 

#3 Best Colleges in Louisiana

  • 10,839enrollment
  • $12,243net price
  • 62%acceptance rate
  • 1088-1280SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
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Admission Chance74%

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University of the Sciences
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Philadelphia, PA

University of the Sciences

Private 4 Year

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1220 Average SAT Score

 

#60 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,420enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1340SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.63Estimated Avg GPA
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Maryland Institute College of Art
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Baltimore, MD

Maryland Institute College of Art

Private 4 Year

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1160 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Maryland

  • 1,952enrollment
  • $43,545net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 967-1362SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Feb 1

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State University of New York at New Paltz
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New Paltz, NY

State University of New York at New Paltz

Public 4 Year

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1250 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 6,964enrollment
  • $19,592net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1340SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance61%

Applications Due Apr 1

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Rutgers University Newark
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Newark, NJ

Rutgers University Newark

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 11,017enrollment
  • $16,578net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1270SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.23Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance84%

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Wentworth Institute of Technology
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Boston, MA

Wentworth Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

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#24 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 3,920enrollment
  • $37,901net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1340SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance94%

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Oglethorpe University
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Atlanta, GA

Oglethorpe University

Private 4 Year

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1190 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 1,491enrollment
  • $20,094net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1065-1305SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Jul 15

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Sarah Lawrence College
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Bronxville, NY

Sarah Lawrence College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1360 Average SAT Score

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#15 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,696enrollment
  • $42,781net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1450SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance36%

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Penn State Harrisburg
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Middletown, PA

Penn State Harrisburg

Public 4 Year

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1210 Average SAT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 4,572enrollment
  • $22,096net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1310SAT range
  • 24-28ACT range
  • 3.48Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance97%

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Clark University
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Worcester, MA

Clark University

Private 4 Year

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1340 Average SAT Score

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#17 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 3,770enrollment
  • $32,053net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1430SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance38%

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Roger Williams University
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Bristol, RI

Roger Williams University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in Rhode Island

  • 4,397enrollment
  • $37,964net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1270SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance95%

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Milwaukee School of Engineering
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Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee School of Engineering

Private 4 Year

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1280 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Value Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 2,729enrollment
  • $25,661net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1405SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance62%

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Soka University of America
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Aliso Viejo, CA

Soka University of America

Private 4 Year

18 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 455enrollment
  • $17,928net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1240-1440SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance46%

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University of Evansville
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Evansville, IN

University of Evansville

Private 4 Year

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1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Indiana

  • 2,017enrollment
  • $19,301net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1045-1300SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
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Admission Chance84%

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FAQs

Is a 1270 a good SAT score?

Yes, you have a lot of opportunities at very good schools with a score of 1270. The score puts you in the top 85th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1270 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1270 SAT score?

The University of Texas at Austin, Florida State University and Clemson University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1270 SAT score.

What percentile is 1270 on the SAT?

A 1270 ranks in the top 85th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1270 SAT?

A 1270 converts to a 27 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 27 ACT score.