Western Colleges for a 1060 on the SAT

What Western colleges accept a 1060 SAT score?

These Western 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 80 Western 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 Western 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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List of 1060 SAT Colleges

Displaying 80 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 228 target schools (good chance), 111 reach (harder) schools and 279 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

University of California Merced
C
Merced, CA

University of California Merced

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Public Universities in California

  • 9,103enrollment
  • $13,549net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 960-1140SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Nov 30

California State University San Marcos
C
San Marcos, CA

California State University San Marcos

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Public Universities in California

  • 15,109enrollment
  • $10,463net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 950-1130SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.32Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Nov 30

University of Colorado Denver
C
Denver, CO

University of Colorado Denver

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 23,744enrollment
  • $16,079net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1260SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.46Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance65%

Applications Due Aug 1

Humboldt State University
H
Arcata, CA

Humboldt State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Public Universities in California

  • 6,025enrollment
  • $14,325net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 970-1190SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Apr 30

Brigham Young University Idaho
B
Rexburg, ID

Brigham Young University Idaho

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Idaho

  • 43,023enrollment
  • $7,899net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 990-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.34Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Applications Due Feb 15

California Baptist University
C
Riverside, CA

California Baptist University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#31 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 11,495enrollment
  • $27,304net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 960-1150SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance81%

California State Polytechnic University Pomona
C
Pomona, CA

California State Polytechnic University Pomona

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in California

  • 27,503enrollment
  • $12,480net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1250SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Nov 30

University of Wyoming
W
Laramie, WY

University of Wyoming

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Wyoming

  • 11,100enrollment
  • $12,819net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Aug 10

Adams State College
A
Alamosa, CO

Adams State College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 2,854enrollment
  • $13,224net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 910-1130SAT range
  • 15-26ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance99%

Hawaii Pacific University
H
Honolulu, HI

Hawaii Pacific University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Private Colleges in Hawaii

  • 4,876enrollment
  • $30,501net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1240SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Sep 6

University of Idaho
I
Moscow, ID

University of Idaho

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Idaho

  • 11,507enrollment
  • $14,954net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 990-1250SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance68%

University of La Verne
L
La Verne, CA

University of La Verne

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#21 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 5,662enrollment
  • $25,103net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 970-1303SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance68%

Metropolitan State College of Denver
M
Denver, CO

Metropolitan State College of Denver

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 16,995enrollment
  • $14,805net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 910-1130SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.03Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Jul 1

Central Washington University
C
Ellensburg, WA

Central Washington University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Washington

  • 9,257enrollment
  • $15,864net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 930-1150SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.08Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Mar 1

Colorado Mesa University
C
Grand Junction, CO

Colorado Mesa University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 8,905enrollment
  • $15,085net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 930-1180SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.28Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance82%

University of Hawaii at Hilo
H
Hilo, HI

University of Hawaii at Hilo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Hawaii

  • 2,977enrollment
  • $13,867net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 960-1200SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Jul 1

University of Nevada Reno
N
Reno, NV

University of Nevada Reno

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Nevada

  • 20,945enrollment
  • $16,670net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1270SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Apr 7

Eastern Washington University
E
Cheney, WA

Eastern Washington University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

990 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Washington

  • 10,910enrollment
  • $12,827net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 880-1090SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.29Avg GPA
Your 1060 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Sep 10