Eastern Colleges for a 1160 on the SAT

What Eastern colleges accept a 1160 SAT score?

These Eastern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1160 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 208 Eastern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1160 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 Eastern colleges

Is a 1160 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1160 is a good score. It situates you in the top 69th 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 1160 score represents 72% of the total possible points. If a 1160 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 1160

Let's examine how a 1160 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

Male: A 1160 is 93 points (9%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
Female: A 1160 is 106 points (10%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

White: A 1160 is 48 points (4%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
Black: A 1160 is 226 points (24%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
Hispanic: A 1160 is 193 points (20%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
Asian: A 1160 is 79 points (6%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
Pacific Islander: A 1160 is 210 points (22%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1160 is 233 points (25%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
Two or more races: A 1160 is 44 points (4%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

All Students: A 1160 is 100 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1160 SAT score?

A 1160 on the SAT translates to a 24 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 1160 SAT score?

Scoring a 1160 on the SAT places you in the 69th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 69% 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 1,173,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 527,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 208 colleges where your 1160 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 603 target schools (good chance), 138 reach (harder) schools and 300 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Penn State Altoona

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Altoona, PA

Penn State Altoona

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

2,577enrollment
$20,621net price
96%acceptance rate
1050-1250SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.4Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance96%

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Cabrini College

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Radnor, PA

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Cabrini College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#50 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

1,613enrollment
$21,981net price
79%acceptance rate
1020-1210SAT range
-ACT range
3.1Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance84%

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York College Pennsylvania

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York, PA

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York College Pennsylvania

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#41 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

3,656enrollment
$20,916net price
96%acceptance rate
1020-1230SAT range
23-27ACT range
3.59Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Aug 23

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Caldwell University

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Caldwell, NJ

Caldwell University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

2,028enrollment
$20,612net price
66%acceptance rate
1010-1320SAT range
20-26ACT range
3.3Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance66%

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Cedar Crest College

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Allentown, PA

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Cedar Crest College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#42 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

1,324enrollment
$23,500net price
84%acceptance rate
980-1230SAT range
-ACT range
3.42Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance87%

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Drew University

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Madison, NJ

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Drew University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

2,092enrollment
$28,183net price
73%acceptance rate
1120-1340SAT range
26-28ACT range
3.1Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Utica College

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Utica, NY

Utica College

Private 4 Year

9 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#43 Best Private Colleges in New York

3,861enrollment
$22,372net price
81%acceptance rate
1084-1250SAT range
23-32ACT range
3.3Avg GPA

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Admission Chance80%

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Gannon University

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Erie, PA

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Gannon University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#32 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

4,665enrollment
$22,200net price
81%acceptance rate
990-1250SAT range
20-28ACT range
3.59Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance84%

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Mount Saint Mary College

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Newburgh, NY

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Mount Saint Mary College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#50 Best Private Colleges in New York

1,918enrollment
$23,439net price
88%acceptance rate
1075-1225SAT range
-ACT range
3.3Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance89%

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Saint John Fisher College

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Rochester, NY

Saint John Fisher College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#27 Best Private Colleges in New York

3,621enrollment
$28,312net price
73%acceptance rate
1090-1260SAT range
23-29ACT range
3.53Avg GPA

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Admission Chance71%

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United States Coast Guard Academy

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New London, Connecticut

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United States Coast Guard Academy

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

1,037enrollment
-net price
24%acceptance rate
1160-1365SAT range
26-31ACT range
3.79Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance14%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Saint Anselm College

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Manchester, NH

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Saint Anselm College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in New Hampshire

1,977enrollment
$35,080net price
82%acceptance rate
1120-1290SAT range
26-30ACT range
3.39Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Keene State College

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Keene, NH

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Keene State College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in New Hampshire

2,872enrollment
$19,546net price
90%acceptance rate
970-1170SAT range
24-25ACT range
3.1Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Dec 1

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Hartwick College

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Oneonta, NY

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Hartwick College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#41 Best Private Colleges in New York

1,103enrollment
$22,396net price
60%acceptance rate
1020-1210SAT range
10-27ACT range
3.36Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance67%

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Manhattanville College

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Purchase, NY

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Manhattanville College

Private 4 Year

25 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#44 Best Private Colleges in New York

2,240enrollment
$24,702net price
84%acceptance rate
1020-1230SAT range
24-29ACT range
3.19Avg GPA

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Admission Chance87%

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Niagara University

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Niagara University, NY

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Niagara University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#47 Best Private Colleges in New York

3,858enrollment
$18,165net price
90%acceptance rate
1030-1240SAT range
24-28ACT range
3.53Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Aug 30

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Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

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Boston, MA

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Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

6,824enrollment
$38,776net price
88%acceptance rate
1090-1370SAT range
25-31ACT range
3.41Avg GPA

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Admission Chance84%

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Saint Bonaventure University

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Saint Bonaventure, NY

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Saint Bonaventure University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#42 Best Private Colleges in New York

2,602enrollment
$26,004net price
81%acceptance rate
1050-1220SAT range
25-32ACT range
3.48Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Jul 30

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