Colleges for a 1120 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1120 SAT score?

With a 1120 on the SAT, these colleges are a good match for you

Based on 2021 freshman class SAT scores for all U.S. colleges, here are 724 schools where submitting a 1120 with your college application places you around the middle SAT score range of admitted students. This list represents the most popular schools where you will be a competitive applicant and those which have historically accepted a 1120 SAT score. Keep in mind, a SAT score alone won't get you admitted. It's equally important to have the GPA that the college is expecting for incoming students.

Is a 1120 a good SAT score?

A score of 1120 is a little better than average. It places you in the top 63rd percentile nationally out of the 1.7 million test takers of the SAT entrance exam. The score indicates you've done a slightly above average job answering the questions on the Math and Evidence-Based Reading & Writing sections of the test. If a 1120 isn't strong enough to get into your dream school, consider taking a test prep course to see if you can raise your score.

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1120 SAT score?

For comparison purposes, a 1120 on the SAT converts to a 21 on the ACT based on the College Board / ACT concordance. Not all colleges report both SAT and ACT score admission data so you should check our comparable listings for both standardized tests to find academically similar schools.

What are the best colleges can I get into with a 1120?

Here are some of the top ranked colleges which have historically accepted students in this test score range. Scroll down further to explore, search, sort and filter the full list.

Best ranked colleges for a 1120 SAT score
CollegeAverage SAT
University of the Pacific1250
Providence College1230
Virginia Military Institute1190
Seattle University1230
Saint Joseph's University1220
Illinois Wesleyan University1210
University of Tulsa1220
Washington & Jefferson College1180
University of the Sciences1220
Union University1230
Saint John Fisher College1190
Samford University1200
Saint Marys College of California1160
Molloy College1220
Rutgers University Newark1150
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Displaying 724 colleges where your 1120 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 2,208 target schools (good chance), 504 reach (harder) schools and 1,512 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

The University of West Florida
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Pensacola, FL
The University of West Florida

Public 4 Year

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1140 Average SAT Composite

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 13,288enrollment
  • $8,452net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1230SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
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Admission Chance50%

Applications Due May 15

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Montclair State University
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Montclair, NJ
Montclair State University

Public 4 Year

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1110 Average SAT Composite

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#9 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 20,744enrollment
  • $15,061net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1210SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Jul 31

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Radford University
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Radford, VA
Radford University

Public 4 Year

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1050 Average SAT Composite

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#11 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 8,998enrollment
  • $15,747net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 19-23ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Apr 1

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Christopher Newport University
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Newport News, VA
Christopher Newport University

Public 4 Year

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1220 Average SAT Composite

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#8 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 4,584enrollment
  • $25,393net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1320SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Sonoma State University
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Rohnert Park, CA
Sonoma State University

Public 4 Year

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1050 Average SAT Composite

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#17 Best Public Universities in California

  • 7,371enrollment
  • $17,239net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due May 31

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Xavier University
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Cincinnati, OH
Xavier University

Private 4 Year

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1190 Average SAT Composite

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#9 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 6,632enrollment
  • $34,945net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1280SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Feb 15

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University of Arkansas
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Fayetteville, AR
University of Arkansas

Public 4 Year

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1140 Average SAT Composite

 

#1 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 29,068enrollment
  • $16,759net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1220SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance81%

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Oakland University
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Rochester Hills, MI
Oakland University

Public 4 Year

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1100 Average SAT Composite

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#9 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 17,170enrollment
  • $14,674net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 970-1230SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Western Michigan University
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Kalamazoo, MI
Western Michigan University

Public 4 Year

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1110 Average SAT Composite

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#6 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 18,266enrollment
  • $18,091net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1220SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Apr 1

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Stephen F Austin State University
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Nacogdoches, TX
Stephen F Austin State University

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1070 Average SAT Composite

 

#16 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 12,000enrollment
  • $12,649net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 980-1160SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.26Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Jun 1

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Northern Illinois University
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Dekalb, IL
Northern Illinois University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1060 Average SAT Composite

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#5 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 16,234enrollment
  • $14,397net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 940-1170SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due May 1

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Western Washington University
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Bellingham, WA
Western Washington University

Public 4 Year

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1200 Average SAT Composite

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#2 Best Public Universities in Washington

  • 15,125enrollment
  • $18,398net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1310SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Jacksonville University
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Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville University

Private 4 Year

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1140 Average SAT Composite

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#8 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,995enrollment
  • $24,502net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1250SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Jun 1

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Pace University New York
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New York, NY
Pace University New York

Private 4 Year

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1220 Average SAT Composite

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#36 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 13,479enrollment
  • $32,886net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1310SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Jun 15

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Valdosta State University
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Valdosta, GA
Valdosta State University

Public 4 Year

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1040 Average SAT Composite

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 11,557enrollment
  • $12,221net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 940-1140SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Apr 1

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Berry College
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Mount Berry, GA
Berry College

Private 4 Year

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1220 Average SAT Composite

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#3 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 2,303enrollment
  • $24,605net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1316SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance55%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Tarleton State University
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Stephenville, TX
Tarleton State University

Public 4 Year

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1050 Average SAT Composite

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#14 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 13,995enrollment
  • $15,181net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 960-1140SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.21Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due May 31

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University of California Merced
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Merced, CA
University of California Merced

Public 4 Year

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1050 Average SAT Composite

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#13 Best Public Universities in California

  • 9,093enrollment
  • $13,578net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 960-1140SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Nov 30

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FAQs

Is a 1120 a good SAT score?

A score of 1120 is a little better than average. The score puts you in the top 63rd percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1120 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1120 SAT score?

Arizona State University, Michigan State University and The University of Alabama are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1120 SAT score.

What percentile is 1120 on the SAT?

A 1120 ranks in the top 63rd percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1120 SAT?

A 1120 converts to a 21 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 21 ACT score.