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.

University of Louisiana Monroe
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Monroe, LA

University of Louisiana Monroe

Public 4 Year

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1200 Average SAT Score

 

#3 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 8,398enrollment
  • $11,353net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1085-1320SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance77%

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Covenant College
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Lookout Mountain, GA

Covenant College

Private 4 Year

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1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 886enrollment
  • $25,028net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1380SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Shorter University
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Rome, GA

Shorter University

Private 4 Year

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1130 Average SAT Score

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#13 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 1,515enrollment
  • $13,490net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 960-1290SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Aug 25

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Lake Forest College
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Lake Forest, IL

Lake Forest College

Private 4 Year

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1250 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,753enrollment
  • $27,839net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1153-1340SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Earlham College
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Richmond, IN

Earlham College

Private 4 Year

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1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 677enrollment
  • $25,746net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1380SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance74%

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Yeshiva University
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New York, NY

Yeshiva University

Private 4 Year

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1380 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,056enrollment
  • $35,912net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1500SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance50%

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Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott
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Prescott, AZ

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1280 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Private Colleges in Arizona

  • 3,162enrollment
  • $38,909net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1380SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.82Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance67%

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Missouri University of Science and Technology
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Rolla, MO

Missouri University of Science and Technology

Public 4 Year

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1270 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Missouri

  • 7,080enrollment
  • $14,023net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1173-1370SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Jul 1

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Elizabethtown College
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Elizabethtown, PA
 

Elizabethtown College

Private 4 Year

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1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,021enrollment
  • $26,723net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
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Admission Chance88%

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Lebanon Valley College
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Annville, PA

Lebanon Valley College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

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#19 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,080enrollment
  • $26,743net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1280SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
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Admission Chance85%

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Transylvania University
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Lexington, KY

Transylvania University

Private 4 Year

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1240 Average SAT Score

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  • 979enrollment
  • $25,767net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1360SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance92%

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SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
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Syracuse, NY

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry

Public 4 Year

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1220 Average SAT Score

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#5 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 1,976enrollment
  • $20,928net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1300SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance78%

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Union University
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Jackson, TN

Union University

Private 4 Year

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1240 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 2,731enrollment
  • $28,585net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1370SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance57%

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Augustana University
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Sioux Falls, SD

Augustana University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in South Dakota

  • 2,086enrollment
  • $23,843net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1325SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance73%

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Houghton College
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Houghton, NY

Houghton College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

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  • 833enrollment
  • $21,550net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1320SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance82%

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Hollins University
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Roanoke, VA

Hollins University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

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  • 803enrollment
  • $21,207net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1113-1298SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
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Admission Chance80%

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Gordon College
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Wenham, MA

Gordon College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,628enrollment
  • $24,483net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1086-1313SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1270 SAT
Admission Chance95%

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Elmira College
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Elmira, NY

Elmira College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 657enrollment
  • $24,040net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1118-1272SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.22Avg GPA
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Admission Chance98%

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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.