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.

Nyack College
N
Nyack, NY

Nyack College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#59 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,595enrollment
  • $22,184net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 848-1093SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 2.76Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT

Applications Due Aug 31

Chatham University
C
Pittsburgh, PA

Chatham University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#25 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,387enrollment
  • $28,322net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1270SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.86Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance54%

Marymount Manhattan College
M
New York, NY

Marymount Manhattan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#46 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,608enrollment
  • $39,442net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1280SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance58%

Applications Due Aug 1

St. Francis College
S
Brooklyn Heights, NY

St. Francis College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#52 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,661enrollment
  • $18,602net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 990-1240SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Eastern University
E
Saint Davids, PA
 

Eastern University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#48 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 5,769enrollment
  • $26,669net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1190SAT range
  • 20-24ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance60%

Saint Francis University
S
Loretto, PA

Saint Francis University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#39 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,857enrollment
  • $27,459net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1240SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance66%

Keystone College
K
La Plume, PA
 

Keystone College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#59 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,131enrollment
  • $15,559net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 885-1160SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance85%

SUNY College at Old Westbury
O
Old Westbury, NY
 

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 4,270enrollment
  • $12,329net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1206SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance91%

PennWest Edinboro
P
Edinboro, PA
 

PennWest Edinboro

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

 

#21 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 4,043enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 970-1170SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT

Rosemont College
R
Rosemont, PA
 

Rosemont College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 754enrollment
  • $19,741net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 980-1200SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Elizabethtown College
E
Elizabethtown, PA
 

Elizabethtown College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,021enrollment
  • $26,723net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus
I
Indiana, PA

Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 8,816enrollment
  • $20,205net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 940-1150SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Centenary University
C
Hackettstown, NJ

Centenary University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 1,498enrollment
  • $21,935net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 990-1170SAT range
  • 15-22ACT range
  • 3.23Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Lycoming College
L
Williamsport, PA

Lycoming College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#31 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,059enrollment
  • $19,697net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1053-1238SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance66%

SUNY College of Technology at Canton
O
Canton, NY

SUNY College of Technology at Canton

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#31 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 2,836enrollment
  • $14,049net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1160SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance95%

D'Youville College
D
Buffalo, NY

D'Youville College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#37 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,518enrollment
  • $21,755net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1025-1265SAT range
  • 18-27ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Gwynedd Mercy College
G
Gwynedd Valley, PA
 

Gwynedd Mercy College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,091enrollment
  • $28,122net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1235SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.34Avg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance52%

Applications Due Aug 20

Penn State Brandywine
P
Media, PA

Penn State Brandywine

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 1,196enrollment
  • $21,600net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1285SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1080 SAT
Admission Chance93%