Colleges for a 1170 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1170 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1170 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 703 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1170 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 1170 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1170 is a good score. It situates you in the top 71st percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your 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 1170 score represents 73% of the total possible points. If a 1170 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 1170

Let's examine how a 1170 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1170 is 103 points (10%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1170 is 116 points (11%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1170 is 58 points (5%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1170 is 236 points (25%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1170 is 203 points (21%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1170 is 69 points (6%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1170 is 220 points (23%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1170 is 243 points (26%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1170 is 54 points (5%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1170 is 110 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1170 SAT score?

A 1170 on the SAT translates to a 24 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 1170 SAT score?

Scoring a 1170 on the SAT places you in the 71st percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 71% 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 1,207,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 493,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

View Colleges

Colleges By Region

Change SAT Score

Explore colleges for other SAT scores

-10 +10
SAT 1170 Public Private 4 year

703 results nationwide

List of 1170 SAT Colleges

Displaying 703 colleges where your 1170 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 2,238 target schools (good chance), 384 reach (harder) schools and 2,136 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

California State University Long Beach
Connect Me
C
Long Beach, CA

California State University Long Beach

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in California

  • 38,973enrollment
  • $9,346net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Nov 30

Compare Calculate my chances 
The University of Tampa
Connect Me
T
Tampa, FL

The University of Tampa

Private 4 Year

13 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 10,566enrollment
  • $34,653net price
  • 26%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1240SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance28%

Compare Calculate my chances 
Appalachian State University
Connect Me
A
Boone, NC

Appalachian State University

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 20,436enrollment
  • $13,084net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1270SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.96Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Feb 1

Compare Calculate my chances 
Colorado State University Fort Collins
Connect Me
C
Fort Collins, CO

Colorado State University Fort Collins

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 33,403enrollment
  • $16,926net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1290SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Jul 1

Compare Calculate my chances 
Howard University
Connect Me
H
HBCU
Washington, DC

Howard University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in District Of Columbia

  • 12,886enrollment
  • $28,279net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1290SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance53%

Applications Due Feb 15

Compare Calculate my chances 
Florida Atlantic University
Connect Me
F
Boca Raton, FL

Florida Atlantic University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 29,592enrollment
  • $9,711net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1200SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due May 1

Compare Calculate my chances 
George Mason University
Connect Me
G
Fairfax, VA

George Mason University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 39,049enrollment
  • $18,479net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1350SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Feb 1

Compare Calculate my chances 
Washington State University
Connect Me
W
Pullman, WA

Washington State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Washington

  • 27,539enrollment
  • $17,911net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Jan 31

Compare Calculate my chances 
Savannah College of Art and Design
Connect Me
S
Savannah, GA

Savannah College of Art and Design

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 16,414enrollment
  • $45,976net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1280SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Compare Calculate my chances 
University of Oregon
Connect Me
O
Eugene, OR

University of Oregon

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 23,163enrollment
  • $22,077net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1370SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Jan 15

Compare Calculate my chances 
Oregon State University
Connect Me
O
Corvallis, OR

Oregon State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 34,292enrollment
  • $21,163net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1370SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Feb 1

Compare Calculate my chances 
Iowa State University
Connect Me
I
Ames, IA

Iowa State University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Iowa

  • 29,969enrollment
  • $15,310net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1350SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Compare Calculate my chances 
Florida Gulf Coast University
Connect Me
F
Fort Myers, FL

Florida Gulf Coast University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

 

#9 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 15,969enrollment
  • $10,834net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1200SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Nov 1

Compare Calculate my chances 
James Madison University
Connect Me
J
Harrisonburg, VA

James Madison University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 22,224enrollment
  • $18,274net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1320SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.57Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Jan 15

Compare Calculate my chances 
University of Illinois at Chicago
Connect Me
I
Chicago, IL

University of Illinois at Chicago

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 33,747enrollment
  • $10,384net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1340SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance73%

Applications Due Feb 1

Compare Calculate my chances 
SUNY at Albany
Connect Me
A
Albany, NY

SUNY at Albany

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 16,658enrollment
  • $17,714net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1320SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance61%

Applications Due Feb 1

Compare Calculate my chances 
University of North Texas
Connect Me
N
Denton, TX

University of North Texas

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 44,767enrollment
  • $15,283net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.46Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Aug 1

Compare Calculate my chances 
Grand Valley State University
Connect Me
G
Allendale, MI

Grand Valley State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 21,648enrollment
  • $17,105net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 960-1210SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due May 1

Compare Calculate my chances 

FAQs

Is a 1170 a good SAT score?

Yes, a score of 1170 is a good score. The score puts you in the top 71st percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1170 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1170 SAT score?

Arizona State University, Michigan State University and The University of Alabama are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1170 SAT score.

What percentile is 1170 on the SAT?

A 1170 ranks in the top 71st percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1170 SAT?

A 1170 converts to a 24 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 24 ACT score.