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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List of 1140 SAT Colleges

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.

Tarleton State University
T
Stephenville, TX

Tarleton State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 14,092enrollment
  • $13,755net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.21Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Aug 1

Flagler College St Augustine
F
Saint Augustine, FL

Flagler College St Augustine

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 2,623enrollment
  • $26,547net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1230SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.38Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Mar 1

Florida Institute of Technology
F
Melbourne, FL

Florida Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

 

#5 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 8,315enrollment
  • $30,752net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1320SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance52%

Abilene Christian University
A
Abilene, TX

Abilene Christian University

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 5,079enrollment
  • $28,978net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance61%

Applications Due Feb 15

Middle Tennessee State University
M
Murfreesboro, TN

Middle Tennessee State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

 

#4 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 20,086enrollment
  • $13,062net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Aug 15

Eckerd College
E
Saint Petersburg, FL

Eckerd College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 1,993enrollment
  • $40,119net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1300SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance53%

Georgia Gwinnett College
G
Lawrenceville, GA

Georgia Gwinnett College

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 11,030enrollment
  • $10,981net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 940-1170SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 2.88Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due May 3

North Georgia College & State University
N
Dahlonega, Georgia

North Georgia College & State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 6,062enrollment
  • -net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1270SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.41Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance49%

Tuskegee University
T
HBCU
Tuskegee, AL

Tuskegee University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

 

#2 Best Private Colleges in Alabama

  • 2,570enrollment
  • $35,596net price
  • 30%acceptance rate
  • 970-1215SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance36%

Applications Due Apr 15

Georgia College & State University
G
Milledgeville, GA

Georgia College & State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

 

#3 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 6,315enrollment
  • $20,301net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1230SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Apr 1

University of Tulsa
T
Tulsa, OK

University of Tulsa

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Oklahoma

  • 3,769enrollment
  • $28,087net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1078-1350SAT range
  • 21-30ACT range
  • 3.97Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance61%

Dallas Baptist University
D
Dallas, TX

Dallas Baptist University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 4,348enrollment
  • $27,607net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Jacksonville State University
J
Jacksonville, AL

Jacksonville State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 9,632enrollment
  • $11,953net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 940-1200SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Lynn University
L
Boca Raton, FL

Lynn University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,520enrollment
  • $38,728net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1035-1185SAT range
  • 22-25ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Aug 1

Stetson University
S
DeLand, FL

Stetson University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,928enrollment
  • $25,756net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1305SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach
P
West Palm Beach, FL

Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,828enrollment
  • $30,276net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance95%

University of South Alabama
S
Mobile, AL

University of South Alabama

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

 

#6 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 13,438enrollment
  • $15,664net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 1003-1200SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due Jul 15

Virginia Military Institute
V
Lexington, VA

Virginia Military Institute

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 1,512enrollment
  • $18,129net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1105-1300SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 1140 SAT
Admission Chance62%

Applications Due Feb 1