Southern Colleges for a 1140 on the SAT

What Southern colleges accept a 1140 SAT score?

These Southern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1140 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 283 Southern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1140 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 1140 SAT good?

Yes, with score of 1140 you're in about the top third. It situates you in the top 66th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your 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 1140 score represents 71% of the total possible points. If a 1140 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 1140

Let's examine how a 1140 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1140 is 73 points (7%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1140 is 86 points (8%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1140 is 28 points (3%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1140 is 206 points (22%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1140 is 173 points (18%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1140 is 99 points (8%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1140 is 190 points (20%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1140 is 213 points (23%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1140 is 24 points (2%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1140 is 80 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1140 SAT score?

A 1140 on the SAT translates to a 23 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 1140 SAT score?

Scoring a 1140 on the SAT places you in the 66th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 66% 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 1,122,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 578,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 283 colleges where your 1140 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 921 target schools (good chance), 126 reach (harder) schools and 717 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

West Virginia University
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Morgantown, WV

West Virginia University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in West Virginia

  • 24,741enrollment
  • $12,202net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1220SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
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Admission Chance90%

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University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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Charlotte, NC

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 29,551enrollment
  • $13,951net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1290SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
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Admission Chance76%

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Spelman College
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HBCU
Atlanta, GA

Spelman College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

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#5 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 3,102enrollment
  • $37,085net price
  • 28%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1200SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
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Admission Chance31%

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Coastal Carolina University
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Conway, SC

Coastal Carolina University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 10,337enrollment
  • $14,016net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1190SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
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Admission Chance83%

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Towson University
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Towson, MD

Towson University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 19,793enrollment
  • $14,443net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1230SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
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Admission Chance81%

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Old Dominion University
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Norfolk, VA

Old Dominion University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

 

#12 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 23,107enrollment
  • $16,098net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1250SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
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Admission Chance94%

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College of Charleston
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Charleston, SC

College of Charleston

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 10,885enrollment
  • $21,120net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1300SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.94Avg GPA
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Admission Chance64%

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Georgia Southern University
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Statesboro, GA

Georgia Southern University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 25,481enrollment
  • $15,352net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 980-1150SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
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Admission Chance93%

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Florida International University
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Miami, FL

Florida International University

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

 

#5 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 55,609enrollment
  • $9,881net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1250SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
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Admission Chance62%

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University of Memphis
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Memphis, TN

University of Memphis

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 21,917enrollment
  • $13,873net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 930-1230SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
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Admission Chance96%

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Texas Christian University
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Fort Worth, TX

Texas Christian University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 12,273enrollment
  • $44,190net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.68Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance40%

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The University of Texas at Arlington
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Arlington, TX

The University of Texas at Arlington

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 43,946enrollment
  • $14,262net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.43Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance83%

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Western Carolina University
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Cullowhee, NC

Western Carolina University

Public 4 Year

10 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 11,635enrollment
  • $13,022net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance86%

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North Carolina A & T State University
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HBCU
Greensboro, NC

North Carolina A & T State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#15 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 13,487enrollment
  • $9,189net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 960-1140SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
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Admission Chance71%

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Sam Houston State University
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Huntsville, TX

Sam Houston State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 21,480enrollment
  • $13,632net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 960-1140SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.25Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance92%

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The University of Texas at San Antonio
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San Antonio, TX

The University of Texas at San Antonio

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

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#21 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 34,393enrollment
  • $12,664net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1220SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance89%

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Nova Southeastern University
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Fort Lauderdale, FL

Nova Southeastern University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

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#8 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 20,948enrollment
  • $29,589net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1310SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.99Avg GPA
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Admission Chance73%

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University of Oklahoma Norman Campus
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Norman, OK

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Oklahoma

  • 28,308enrollment
  • $22,601net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1330SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance60%

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