Mid Atlantic Colleges for a 1120 on the SAT

What Mid Atlantic colleges accept a 1120 SAT score?

These Mid Atlantic colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1120 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 144 Mid Atlantic colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1120 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 1120 SAT good?

A score of 1120 is a little better than average. It situates you in the top 63rd 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 1120 score represents 70% of the total possible points. If a 1120 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 1120

Let's examine how a 1120 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1120 is 53 points (5%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1120 is 66 points (6%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1120 is 8 points (1%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1120 is 186 points (20%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1120 is 153 points (16%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1120 is 119 points (10%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1120 is 170 points (18%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1120 is 193 points (21%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1120 is 4 points (0%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1120 is 60 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1120 SAT score?

A 1120 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 1120 SAT score?

Scoring a 1120 on the SAT places you in the 63rd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 63% 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 1,071,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 629,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1120 SAT Colleges

Displaying 144 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 417 target schools (good chance), 132 reach (harder) schools and 177 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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance95%

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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance80%

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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance96%

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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance62%

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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Drew University
D
Madison, NJ

Drew University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 2,092enrollment
  • $28,183net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1340SAT range
  • 26-28ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance59%

Applications Due Feb 1

Utica College
U
Utica, NY
 

Utica College

Private 4 Year

9 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#43 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,861enrollment
  • $22,372net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1084-1250SAT range
  • 23-32ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance75%

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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance81%

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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Saint John Fisher College
S
Rochester, NY
 

Saint John Fisher College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#27 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,621enrollment
  • $28,312net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1260SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance64%

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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance61%

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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance84%

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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Aug 30

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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Jul 30

Messiah College
M
Grantham, PA

Messiah College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#29 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 3,231enrollment
  • $24,120net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1340SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance70%

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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance72%

Wagner College
W
Staten Island, NY

Wagner College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#33 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,949enrollment
  • $29,710net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1290SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance59%

Applications Due Feb 15

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 1120 SAT
Admission Chance72%