Midwestern Colleges for a 1120 on the SAT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 1120 SAT score?

These Midwestern 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 193 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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 193 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 588 target schools (good chance), 132 reach (harder) schools and 408 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Carthage College
C
Kenosha, WI

Carthage College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 2,667enrollment
  • $26,209net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 980-1200SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Elmhurst College
E
Elmhurst, IL

Elmhurst College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 3,731enrollment
  • $24,108net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 980-1240SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance77%

North Central College
N
Naperville, IL

North Central College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 2,695enrollment
  • $25,285net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance60%

Applications Due Apr 15

Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne
I
Fort Wayne, IN

Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 9,069enrollment
  • $11,951net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 980-1210SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Aug 1

Northwestern College
N
Orange City, IA

Northwestern College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,651enrollment
  • $25,198net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 940-1240SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Purdue University Calumet Campus
P
Hammond, IN
 

Purdue University Calumet Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 9,194enrollment
  • $10,908net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 940-1140SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.19Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance71%

University of Evansville
E
Evansville, IN

University of Evansville

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Indiana

  • 2,017enrollment
  • $19,301net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1045-1300SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance71%

University of Northern Iowa
N
Cedar Falls, IA

University of Northern Iowa

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Iowa

  • 8,945enrollment
  • $15,782net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1330SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Adrian College
A
Adrian, MI

Adrian College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,821enrollment
  • $24,870net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 940-1160SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Aug 1

Youngstown State University
Y
Youngstown, OH

Youngstown State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 11,071enrollment
  • $11,900net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 830-1160SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Aug 1

Anderson University
A
Anderson, IN

Anderson University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 1,290enrollment
  • $21,459net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 980-1220SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance55%

Lindenwood University
L
Saint Charles, MO

Lindenwood University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

  • 7,000enrollment
  • $18,016net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1023-1230SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance73%

Saginaw Valley State University
S
University Center, MI

Saginaw Valley State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 7,147enrollment
  • $12,432net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 970-1180SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Indiana Wesleyan University
I
Marion, IN

Indiana Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 2,603enrollment
  • $21,755net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1190SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Eastern Illinois University
E
Charleston, IL

Eastern Illinois University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 8,857enrollment
  • $13,380net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 900-1120SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Hamline University
H
Saint Paul, MN

Hamline University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

  • 2,638enrollment
  • $23,021net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1258SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance79%

University of Illinois at Springfield
I
Springfield, IL

University of Illinois at Springfield

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 4,198enrollment
  • $11,733net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 988-1220SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Winona State University
W
Winona, MN

Winona State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Minnesota

  • 6,154enrollment
  • $18,187net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1270SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance73%

Applications Due Jul 1