Southern Colleges for a 1060 on the SAT

What Southern colleges accept a 1060 SAT score?

These Southern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1060 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 290 Southern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1060 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 Southern colleges

Is a 1060 SAT good?

A score of 1060 is a little better than average. It situates you in the top 51st percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your slightly 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 1060 score represents 66% of the total possible points. If a 1060 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 1060

Let's examine how a 1060 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1060 is 7 points (1%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1060 is 6 points (1%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1060 is 52 points (5%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1060 is 126 points (13%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1060 is 93 points (10%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1060 is 179 points (14%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1060 is 110 points (12%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1060 is 133 points (14%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1060 is 56 points (5%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1060 is 0 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1060 SAT score?

A 1060 on the SAT translates to a 21 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 1060 SAT score?

Scoring a 1060 on the SAT places you in the 51st percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 51% 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 867,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 833,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 290 colleges where your 1060 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 873 target schools (good chance), 300 reach (harder) schools and 549 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

East Carolina University
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Greenville, NC

East Carolina University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 27,151enrollment
  • $14,410net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1170SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
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Admission Chance89%

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Texas State University
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San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Public 4 Year

9 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 38,171enrollment
  • $14,120net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 980-1180SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.38Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance87%

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Georgia State University
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Atlanta, GA

Georgia State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 36,516enrollment
  • $17,589net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1250SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
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Admission Chance57%

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Florida Atlantic University
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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
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Admission Chance75%

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Savannah College of Art and Design
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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
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Admission Chance71%

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Florida Gulf Coast University
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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
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Admission Chance64%

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University of North Texas
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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 1060 SAT
Admission Chance73%

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West Virginia University
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Morgantown, WV

West Virginia University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in West Virginia

  • 24,741enrollment
  • $12,202net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1220SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
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Admission Chance85%

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Spelman College
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HBCU
Atlanta, GA

Spelman College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

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#5 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 3,102enrollment
  • $37,085net price
  • 28%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1200SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
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Admission Chance18%

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Coastal Carolina University
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Conway, SC

Coastal Carolina University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 10,337enrollment
  • $14,016net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1190SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
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Admission Chance73%

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Towson University
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Towson, MD

Towson University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

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#5 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 19,793enrollment
  • $14,443net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1230SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
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Admission Chance73%

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Clark Atlanta University
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HBCU
Atlanta, GA

Clark Atlanta University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 4,000enrollment
  • $30,015net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 880-1120SAT range
  • 16-20ACT range
  • 3.28Avg GPA
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Admission Chance64%

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Morgan State University
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HBCU
Baltimore, MD

Morgan State University

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 9,101enrollment
  • $13,956net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 880-1060SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance92%

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Georgia Southern University
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Statesboro, GA

Georgia Southern University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 25,481enrollment
  • $15,352net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 980-1150SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
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Florida International University
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Miami, FL

Florida International University

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

 

#5 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 55,609enrollment
  • $9,881net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1250SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
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Admission Chance48%

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University of Memphis
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Memphis, TN

University of Memphis

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 21,917enrollment
  • $13,873net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 930-1230SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
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Admission Chance95%

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The University of Texas at Arlington
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Arlington, TX

The University of Texas at Arlington

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 43,946enrollment
  • $14,262net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.43Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance76%

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Western Carolina University
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Cullowhee, NC

Western Carolina University

Public 4 Year

10 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 11,635enrollment
  • $13,022net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
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Admission Chance79%

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