Southern Colleges for a 1120 on the SAT

What Southern colleges accept a 1120 SAT score?

1120 SAT Score, 63% Percentile

These Southern 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 265 Southern 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 Southern 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 265 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 834 target schools (good chance), 141 reach (harder) schools and 606 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Arizona State University
A
Tempe, AZ

Arizona State University

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1210 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Arizona

  • 77,881enrollment
  • $14,653net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1320SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance81%

The University of Alabama
A
Tuscaloosa, AL

The University of Alabama

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1220 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#1 Best Value Colleges in Alabama

  • 38,316enrollment
  • $20,518net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1370SAT range
  • 21-31ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due May 1

University of Kentucky
K
Lexington, KY

University of Kentucky

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1210 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Kentucky

  • 30,390enrollment
  • $19,831net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1083-1330SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Feb 15

East Carolina University
E
Greenville, NC

East Carolina University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1100 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 28,021enrollment
  • $15,403net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1170SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance95%

University of Arizona
A
Tucson, AZ

University of Arizona

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1250 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Arizona

  • 48,274enrollment
  • $15,620net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1370SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Kennesaw State University
K
Kennesaw, Georgia

Kennesaw State University

Public 4 Year

20 reviews

1160 Average SAT Composite

 

 

  • 24,176enrollment
  • $15,451net price
  • 62%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1250SAT range
  • 21-24ACT range
  • 3.33Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance55%

Texas State University
T
San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Public 4 Year

8 reviews

1090 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 37,864enrollment
  • $13,750net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 990-1180SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.38Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Jun 1

Texas Tech University
T
Lubbock, TX

Texas Tech University

Public 4 Year

8 reviews

1200 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 40,542enrollment
  • $15,452net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1280SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance55%

Georgia State University
G
Atlanta, GA

Georgia State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1170 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 36,973enrollment
  • $17,750net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1290SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT

Applications Due Apr 1

The University of Tampa
T
Tampa, FL

The University of Tampa

Private 4 Year

13 reviews

1160 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 10,794enrollment
  • $33,020net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1240SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance47%

Florida Atlantic University
F
Boca Raton, FL

Florida Atlantic University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1110 Average SAT Composite

 

#7 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 30,155enrollment
  • $11,451net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1200SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due May 1

Florida Gulf Coast University
F
Fort Myers, FL

Florida Gulf Coast University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1100 Average SAT Composite

 

#9 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 15,909enrollment
  • $10,151net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1180SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Nov 1

University of North Texas
N
Denton, TX

University of North Texas

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1130 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 42,441enrollment
  • $13,781net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1240SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.46Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 1

West Virginia University
W
Morgantown, WV

West Virginia University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1130 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in West Virginia

  • 25,474enrollment
  • $13,087net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1230SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance89%

University of North Carolina at Charlotte
N
Charlotte, NC

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 30,448enrollment
  • $16,029net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1320SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance66%

Applications Due Jun 1

Spelman College
S
HBCU
Atlanta, GA

Spelman College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 2,417enrollment
  • $43,920net price
  • 51%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1200SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance50%

Applications Due Feb 1

Coastal Carolina University
C
Conway, SC

Coastal Carolina University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1110 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 10,473enrollment
  • $14,716net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1190SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Towson University
T
Towson, MD

Towson University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1130 Average SAT Composite

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 20,856enrollment
  • $16,082net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1220SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Apr 1