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How does a 1340 SAT score rank among test-takers?

Hey there! I got a 1340 on my SAT, and I'd like to know how that compares to other students who took the test. Does anyone know what percentile this score falls into, and what kind of colleges might be interested in a student with this score? Thanks for any info!

9 months ago

Hello! A 1340 SAT score is a solid achievement, which places you in approximately the 89th percentile among test-takers. With a score like this, you'll be considered a competitive applicant for many colleges and universities.

In terms of college admissions, a 1340 SAT score is a good starting point for targeting a range of schools. You can consider applying to state schools, and some selective private colleges might also be within reach. Keep in mind that admissions decisions typically involve factors beyond just test scores, such as your grades, extracurricular activities, and essays, but your SAT score can definitely give you a general sense of your competitiveness.

I suggest researching the middle 50% SAT scores of the colleges on your list. If your score falls within or above that range, you have a decent chance of being considered at that institution. You can usually find middle 50% statistics directly on a school's website.

Of course, it's important to consider other factors in your application as well. It's a good idea to have a mix of safety, match, and reach schools on your list to account for a broad range of possibilities.

To get a sense of how your overall profile stacks up at various schools, I'd check out CollegeVine's free chancing engine, which accounts for all quantifiable elements of your application, including test scores, GPA, course rigor, and extracurriculars to give you personalized odds of acceptance at hundreds of colleges: https://www.collegevine.com/admissions-calculator/.

Finally, remember that some highly selective schools have implemented test-optional policies, so if you feel your SAT score might not fully represent your academic abilities, you can consider applying test-optional to some schools as well. Just make sure you're aware of all the nuances of test-optional policies - CollegeVine's blog contains a thorough breakdown of the factors you'll want to consider when deciding whether or not to submit your scores: https://blog.collegevine.com/does-test-optional-mean-test-optional

Good luck with your college search process!

9 months ago

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