Southeastern Colleges for a 1120 on the SAT

What Southeastern colleges accept a 1120 SAT score?

These Southeastern 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 238 Southeastern 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 Southeastern 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 238 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 750 target schools (good chance), 144 reach (harder) schools and 486 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Louisiana Tech University
L
Ruston, LA

Louisiana Tech University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

 

#3 Best Colleges in Louisiana

  • 10,839enrollment
  • $12,243net price
  • 62%acceptance rate
  • 1088-1280SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance52%

Guilford College
G
Greensboro, NC

Guilford College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,167enrollment
  • $23,882net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 910-1180SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.14Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance88%

East Tennessee State University
E
Johnson City, TN

East Tennessee State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 13,483enrollment
  • $14,350net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 980-1190SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.33Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Maryland Institute College of Art
M
Baltimore, MD

Maryland Institute College of Art

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Maryland

  • 1,952enrollment
  • $43,545net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 967-1362SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Feb 1

Oglethorpe University
O
Atlanta, GA

Oglethorpe University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 1,491enrollment
  • $20,094net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1065-1305SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Jul 15

Shenandoah University
S
Winchester, VA

Shenandoah University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 4,260enrollment
  • $26,143net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1230SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Aug 1

Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences
F
Orlando, FL

Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 1,610enrollment
  • $27,329net price
  • 34%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1140SAT range
  • 21-24ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance45%

Applications Due Jul 1

Barton College
B
Wilson, NC
 

Barton College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,265enrollment
  • $23,443net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 970-1150SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance97%

University of Lynchburg
L
Lynchburg, VA

University of Lynchburg

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 2,394enrollment
  • $23,256net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1230SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Sep 1

Western Kentucky University
W
Bowling Green, KY

Western Kentucky University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 16,493enrollment
  • $12,625net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 980-1170SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Aug 1

Charleston Southern University
C
Charleston, SC

Charleston Southern University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 3,418enrollment
  • $17,536net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 940-1170SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.24Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Bridgewater College
B
Bridgewater, VA

Bridgewater College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,421enrollment
  • $19,332net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due May 1

Murray State University
M
Murray, KY

Murray State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 9,479enrollment
  • $11,042net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 965-1190SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Piedmont College
P
Demorest, GA

Piedmont College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 1,843enrollment
  • $18,792net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 990-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance67%

Applications Due Jul 15

William Peace University
W
Raleigh, NC

William Peace University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 713enrollment
  • $23,041net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1033-1151SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Southern Virginia University
S
Buena Vista, VA

Southern Virginia University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,053enrollment
  • $23,274net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 900-1250SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.19Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance99%

Spring Hill College
S
Mobile, AL

Spring Hill College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 1,046enrollment
  • $21,018net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1230SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance61%

University of Montevallo
M
Montevallo, AL

University of Montevallo

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 2,586enrollment
  • $17,421net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1120 SAT
Admission Chance65%

Applications Due Aug 15