Mid Atlantic Colleges for a 1080 on the SAT

What Mid Atlantic colleges accept a 1080 SAT score?

These Mid Atlantic colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1080 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 117 Mid Atlantic colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1080 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 Mid Atlantic colleges

Is a 1080 SAT good?

A score of 1080 is a little better than average. It situates you in the top 55th 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 1080 score represents 68% of the total possible points. If a 1080 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 1080

Let's examine how a 1080 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1080 is 13 points (1%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1080 is 26 points (2%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1080 is 32 points (3%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1080 is 146 points (16%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1080 is 113 points (12%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1080 is 159 points (13%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1080 is 130 points (14%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1080 is 153 points (17%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1080 is 36 points (3%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1080 is 20 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1080 SAT score?

A 1080 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 1080 SAT score?

Scoring a 1080 on the SAT places you in the 55th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 55% 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 935,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 765,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1080 SAT Colleges

Displaying 117 colleges where your 1080 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 336 target schools (good chance), 213 reach (harder) schools and 150 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Penn State Altoona
P
Altoona, PA
 

Penn State Altoona

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 2,577enrollment
  • $20,621net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1250SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.4Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Cabrini College
C
Radnor, PA

Cabrini College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#50 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,613enrollment
  • $21,981net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance75%

York College Pennsylvania
Y
York, PA

York College Pennsylvania

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#41 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 3,656enrollment
  • $20,916net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • 23-27ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Applications Due Aug 23

Caldwell University
C
Caldwell, NJ
 

Caldwell University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 2,028enrollment
  • $20,612net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1320SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance58%

Cedar Crest College
C
Allentown, PA

Cedar Crest College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#42 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,324enrollment
  • $23,500net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 980-1230SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Gannon University
G
Erie, PA

Gannon University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#32 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 4,665enrollment
  • $22,200net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 990-1250SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Mount Saint Mary College
M
Newburgh, NY

Mount Saint Mary College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#50 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,918enrollment
  • $23,439net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1075-1225SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Hartwick College
H
Oneonta, NY

Hartwick College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#41 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,103enrollment
  • $22,396net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • 10-27ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance54%

Manhattanville College
M
Purchase, NY

Manhattanville College

Private 4 Year

25 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#44 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,240enrollment
  • $24,702net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.19Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Niagara University
N
Niagara University, NY

Niagara University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#47 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,858enrollment
  • $18,165net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1240SAT range
  • 24-28ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Aug 30

Chestnut Hill College
C
Philadelphia, PA

Chestnut Hill College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#56 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,420enrollment
  • $25,357net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 900-1090SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance99%

Saint Bonaventure University
S
Saint Bonaventure, NY

Saint Bonaventure University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#42 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,602enrollment
  • $26,004net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1220SAT range
  • 25-32ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Jul 30

Westminster College
W
New Wilmington, PA

Westminster College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#36 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,211enrollment
  • $22,645net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1258SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance67%

Canisius College
C
Buffalo, NY

Canisius College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#38 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,492enrollment
  • $19,635net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1320SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance68%

Wilkes University
W
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Wilkes University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#35 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 5,207enrollment
  • $27,918net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1260SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Neumann University
N
Aston, PA
 

Neumann University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#53 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,155enrollment
  • $28,707net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 905-1085SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Aug 15

Felician College
F
Lodi, NJ
 

Felician College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 2,148enrollment
  • $15,743net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 893-1108SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.05Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Jun 1

Marywood University
M
Scranton, PA

Marywood University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#44 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,729enrollment
  • $22,504net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1200SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance77%