Colleges for a 1150 on the SAT

What colleges can I apply to with a SAT score of 1150?

With a 1150 on the SAT, these colleges are a good match for your score

Looking at the most recent published freshman class SAT scores for all U.S. colleges, we've found 677 schools where submitting a 1150 with your college application places you around the middle SAT score range of admitted students' average SAT scores. They represent the most popular schools where you will be a competitive applicant and those which have historically accepted a 1150 SAT score. You can view your reach schools and safety schools by using the admission chance filter. Keep in mind, a SAT score alone won't get you admitted. It's equally important to have the GPA that the college is expecting for incoming students.

Is a 1150 a good SAT score?

Yes, with score of 1150 you're in about the top third. It places you in the top 68th percentile nationally out of the 1.7 million test takers of the SAT entrance exam. The score indicates you've done an above above average job answering the questions on the Math and Evidence-Based Reading & Writing sections of the test. If a 1150 isn't strong enough to get into your dream school, consider taking a test prep course to see if you can raise your score.

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1150 SAT score?

For comparison purposes, a 1150 on the SAT converts to a 23 on the ACT based on the College Board / ACT concordance. Not all colleges report both SAT and ACT score admission data so you should check our comparable listings for both standardized tests to find academically similar schools.

What colleges can I get into?

Here are some of the top ranked colleges which have historically accepted students in this test score range. Scroll down further to explore, search, sort and filter the full list.

Best ranked colleges for a 1150 SAT score
CollegeAverage SAT
Yeshiva University1270
Texas Christian University1250
DePauw University1250
Sewanee The University of the South1250
Muhlenberg College1250
University of Tulsa1230
Simmons University1200
University of the Pacific1240
Drake University1240
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences1240
Seattle University1240
Virginia Military Institute1180
University of San Francisco1230
Illinois Wesleyan University1220
Saint Joseph's University1210
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List of 1150 SAT Colleges

Displaying 594 colleges where your 1150 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 1,578 target schools (good chance), 250 reach (harder) schools and 1,020 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

George Mason University
G
Fairfax, VA
George Mason University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1220 Average SAT

#5 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 37,316enrollment
  • $20,157net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1320SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
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Admission Chance83%
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James Madison University
J
Harrisonburg, VA
James Madison University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1210 Average SAT

#6 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 21,751enrollment
  • $18,708net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1290SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.57*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance70%
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Old Dominion University
O
Norfolk, VA
Old Dominion University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT

#11 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 24,176enrollment
  • $16,681net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 980-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.26Avg GPA
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Admission Chance92%
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Virginia Commonwealth University
V
Richmond, VA
Virginia Commonwealth University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT

#9 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 30,697enrollment
  • $20,968net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1260SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
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Admission Chance86%
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Liberty University
L
Lynchburg, VA
Liberty University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1150 Average SAT

#13 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 79,152enrollment
  • $28,181net price
  • 51%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1260SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
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Admission Chance51%
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Christopher Newport University
C
Newport News, VA
Christopher Newport University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1200 Average SAT

#8 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 4,957enrollment
  • $25,443net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1280SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
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Admission Chance66%
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Virginia Military Institute
V
Lexington, VA
Virginia Military Institute

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT

#4 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 1,685enrollment
  • $13,428net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1270SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
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Admission Chance56%
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Penn State Main Campus
P
University Park, PA
Penn State Main Campus

Public 4 Year

10 reviews

1190 Average SAT

#2 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 46,810enrollment
  • $24,724net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1310SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
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Admission Chance73%
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Howard University
H
Washington, DC
Howard University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1210 Average SAT

#2 Best Value Colleges in District Of Columbia

  • 9,139enrollment
  • $21,428net price
  • 36%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1280SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.54*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance28%
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Arizona State University
A
Tempe, AZ
Arizona State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1240 Average SAT

#1 Best Value in Arizona

  • 51,585enrollment
  • $14,081net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1360SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
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Admission Chance80%
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Michigan State University
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S
East Lansing, MI
Michigan State University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1210 Average SAT

#2 Best Colleges in Michigan

  • 50,351enrollment
  • $16,579net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1320SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
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Admission Chance65%
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The University of Alabama
A
Tuscaloosa, AL
The University of Alabama

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1210 Average SAT

#2 Best Value Colleges in Alabama

  • 38,390enrollment
  • $20,623net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1340SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
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Admission Chance79%
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San Diego State University
S
San Diego, CA
San Diego State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1220 Average SAT

#10 Best Public Universities in California

  • 35,303enrollment
  • $14,499net price
  • 34%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1320SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
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Admission Chance27%
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Auburn University
A
Auburn University, AL
Auburn University

Public 4 Year

8 reviews

1240 Average SAT

#1 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 30,440enrollment
  • $23,562net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1320SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
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Admission Chance71%
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The University of Tennessee
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T
Knoxville, TN
The University of Tennessee

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1240 Average SAT

#1 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 28,894enrollment
  • $21,024net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1330SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.85Avg GPA
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Admission Chance69%
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University of Kentucky
K
Lexington, KY
University of Kentucky

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1200 Average SAT

#2 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 29,182enrollment
  • $18,958net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1320SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
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Admission Chance95%
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East Carolina University
E
Greenville, NC
East Carolina University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1120 Average SAT

#8 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 28,718enrollment
  • $13,635net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1190SAT range
  • 20-24ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
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Admission Chance83%
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University of Hawaii at Manoa
H
Honolulu, HI
University of Hawaii at Manoa

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT

#1 Best Public Universities in Hawaii

  • 17,710enrollment
  • $15,441net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1270SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
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Admission Chance55%
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FAQs

Is a 1150 a good SAT score?

Yes, with score of 1150 you're in about the top third. The score puts you in the top 68th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1150 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1150 SAT score?

George Mason University, James Madison University and Old Dominion University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1150 SAT score.

What percentile is 1150 on the SAT?

A 1150 ranks in the top 68th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1150 SAT?

A 1150 converts to a 23 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 23 ACT score.