Midwestern Colleges for a 1080 on the SAT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 1080 SAT score?

These Midwestern 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 189 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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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Displaying 189 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 573 target schools (good chance), 180 reach (harder) schools and 366 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Grand Valley State University

G

Allendale, MI

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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 1080 SAT

Admission Chance90%

Applications Due May 1

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DePaul University

D

Chicago, IL

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DePaul University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

20,917enrollment
$32,151net price
70%acceptance rate
1070-1300SAT range
24-30ACT range
3.8Avg GPA

Your 1080 SAT

Admission Chance56%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Illinois State University

I

Normal, IL

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Illinois State University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Illinois

20,683enrollment
$20,551net price
86%acceptance rate
1000-1210SAT range
21-27ACT range
3.41Avg GPA

Your 1080 SAT

Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Apr 1

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Wayne State University

W

Detroit, MI

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Wayne State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Michigan

23,630enrollment
$15,347net price
75%acceptance rate
1040-1260SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.42Avg GPA

Your 1080 SAT

Admission Chance67%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Central Michigan University

C

Mount Pleasant, MI

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Central Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Michigan

14,557enrollment
$15,605net price
79%acceptance rate
980-1220SAT range
21-27ACT range
3.47Avg GPA

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Admission Chance77%

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University of Michigan Dearborn

M

Dearborn, MI

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University of Michigan Dearborn

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Michigan

8,223enrollment
$12,444net price
54%acceptance rate
1010-1290SAT range
22-28ACT range
3.66Avg GPA

Your 1080 SAT

Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Apr 1

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Oakland University

O

Rochester Hills, MI

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Oakland University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in Michigan

16,108enrollment
$15,161net price
90%acceptance rate
1015-1245SAT range
-ACT range
3.51Avg GPA

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Admission Chance87%

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Western Michigan University

W

Kalamazoo, MI

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Western Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Michigan

17,000enrollment
$20,030net price
85%acceptance rate
990-1220SAT range
19-27ACT range
3.5Avg GPA

Your 1080 SAT

Admission Chance83%

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Northern Illinois University

N

Dekalb, IL

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Northern Illinois University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Illinois

15,649enrollment
$13,884net price
71%acceptance rate
940-1170SAT range
19-25ACT range
3.3Avg GPA

Your 1080 SAT

Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Ohio University Main Campus

O

Athens, OH

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Ohio University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Ohio

24,145enrollment
$20,207net price
87%acceptance rate
1080-1270SAT range
22-27ACT range
3.59Avg GPA

Your 1080 SAT

Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Southern Illinois University Carbondale

S

Carbondale, IL

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Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Illinois

11,107enrollment
$16,990net price
91%acceptance rate
900-1140SAT range
19-27ACT range
3.24Avg GPA

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Admission Chance93%

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Bradley University

B

Peoria, IL

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Bradley University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

5,552enrollment
$24,053net price
75%acceptance rate
1050-1280SAT range
24-30ACT range
3.83Avg GPA

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Admission Chance65%

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Kent State University at Kent

K

Kent, OH

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Kent State University at Kent

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Ohio

25,854enrollment
$19,046net price
88%acceptance rate
990-1220SAT range
18-25ACT range
3.61Avg GPA

Your 1080 SAT

Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Eastern Michigan University

E

Ypsilanti, MI

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Eastern Michigan University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Public Universities in Michigan

14,018enrollment
$15,826net price
83%acceptance rate
930-1180SAT range
18-25ACT range
3.37Avg GPA

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Admission Chance85%

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Bowling Green State University Main Campus

B

Bowling Green, OH

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Bowling Green State University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Ohio

16,920enrollment
$20,485net price
79%acceptance rate
990-1200SAT range
20-25ACT range
3.6Avg GPA

Your 1080 SAT

Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Jul 15

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Saint Cloud State University

S

Saint Cloud, MN

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Saint Cloud State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Minnesota

10,420enrollment
$14,065net price
95%acceptance rate
1027-1200SAT range
18-24ACT range
3.4Avg GPA

Your 1080 SAT

Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Aug 15

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Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

I

Indianapolis, IN

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Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Indiana

25,979enrollment
$11,462net price
83%acceptance rate
1050-1250SAT range
21-27ACT range
3.52Avg GPA

Your 1080 SAT

Admission Chance76%

Applications Due May 15

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Ferris State University

F

Big Rapids, MI

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Ferris State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in Michigan

10,072enrollment
$13,978net price
88%acceptance rate
910-1150SAT range
18-23ACT range
3.3Avg GPA

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Admission Chance91%

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