What is considered a good SAT score?

Hey everyone, does anyone know what's considered a good SAT score nowadays? Like, what score do most colleges think is competitive?

A "good" SAT score can vary depending on your target college and your overall application profile. However, to give you a general idea, the SAT is scored out of a total 1600 points (with 800 points for Math and 800 points for Evidence-Based Reading and Writing).

A score above 1200 is generally considered solid, as it falls around the 75th percentile which means you've outperformed 75% of test-takers. A score of 1400 and above, however, is considered strong and puts you in a more competitive range for college admissions (90th percentile and above).

For more context, here's how SAT scores can be categorized into percentiles:

- 1060: 50th percentile

- 1200: 75th percentile

- 1400: 90th percentile

- 1530: 99th percentile

To determine the competitive score range for your target colleges, research their SAT midpoint (the average of the 25th and 75th percentiles) or the average scores of admitted students. This will provide you with a specific benchmark to aim for. For example, top colleges such as the Ivy League often have SAT midpoints of around 1470-1560.

It's important to keep in mind that selective colleges use holistic admissions, so while your SAT score is one aspect of your application, factors like your GPA, extracurriculars, essays, and letters of recommendation all play a role in the decision-making process. Always strive to showcase your strengths while working to improve any weaker areas of your application.