Midwestern Colleges for a 1160 on the SAT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 1160 SAT score?

These Midwestern 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 180 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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 180 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 564 target schools (good chance), 72 reach (harder) schools and 501 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Northern Illinois University

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Dekalb, IL

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Northern Illinois University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Illinois

15,649enrollment
$13,884net price
71%acceptance rate
940-1170SAT range
19-25ACT range
3.3Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Ohio University Main Campus

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Athens, OH

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Ohio University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Ohio

24,145enrollment
$20,207net price
87%acceptance rate
1080-1270SAT range
22-27ACT range
3.59Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Feb 1

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University of Nebraska Lincoln

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Lincoln, NE

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University of Nebraska Lincoln

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Nebraska

23,805enrollment
$16,805net price
79%acceptance rate
1110-1340SAT range
22-28ACT range
3.63Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance72%

Applications Due May 1

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Bradley University

B

Peoria, IL

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Bradley University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

5,552enrollment
$24,053net price
75%acceptance rate
1050-1280SAT range
24-30ACT range
3.83Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance74%

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Kent State University at Kent

K

Kent, OH

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Kent State University at Kent

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Ohio

25,854enrollment
$19,046net price
88%acceptance rate
990-1220SAT range
18-25ACT range
3.61Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Eastern Michigan University

E

Ypsilanti, MI

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Eastern Michigan University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Public Universities in Michigan

14,018enrollment
$15,826net price
83%acceptance rate
930-1180SAT range
18-25ACT range
3.37Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance89%

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Bowling Green State University Main Campus

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Bowling Green, OH

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Bowling Green State University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Ohio

16,920enrollment
$20,485net price
79%acceptance rate
990-1200SAT range
20-25ACT range
3.6Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Jul 15

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Drake University

D

Des Moines, IA

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Drake University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Iowa

4,685enrollment
$30,333net price
67%acceptance rate
1110-1340SAT range
25-30ACT range
3.7Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance59%

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Saint Cloud State University

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Saint Cloud, MN

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Saint Cloud State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Minnesota

10,420enrollment
$14,065net price
95%acceptance rate
1027-1200SAT range
18-24ACT range
3.4Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Aug 15

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Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

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Indianapolis, IN

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Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Indiana

25,979enrollment
$11,462net price
83%acceptance rate
1050-1250SAT range
21-27ACT range
3.52Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance84%

Applications Due May 15

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University of Toledo

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Toledo, OH

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University of Toledo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Ohio

15,545enrollment
$17,654net price
92%acceptance rate
1060-1280SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.56Avg GPA

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Admission Chance92%

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Valparaiso University

V

Valparaiso, IN

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Valparaiso University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

2,958enrollment
$22,755net price
94%acceptance rate
1140-1360SAT range
27-30ACT range
3.76Avg GPA

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Admission Chance90%

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Michigan Technological University

M

Houghton, MI

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Michigan Technological University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Michigan

7,063enrollment
$18,235net price
94%acceptance rate
1130-1350SAT range
24-31ACT range
3.78Avg GPA

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Admission Chance91%

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DePauw University

D

Greencastle, IN

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DePauw University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Indiana

1,752enrollment
$29,486net price
66%acceptance rate
1140-1360SAT range
24-31ACT range
3.97Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance53%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Hope College

H

Holland, MI

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Hope College

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

3,251enrollment
$25,800net price
80%acceptance rate
1090-1330SAT range
24-31ACT range
3.83Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance75%

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University of Missouri Columbia

M

Columbia, MO

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University of Missouri Columbia

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Missouri

31,304enrollment
$19,889net price
79%acceptance rate
1140-1340SAT range
23-30ACT range
3.61Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance69%

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Missouri State University Springfield

M

Springfield, MO

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Missouri State University Springfield

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Missouri

22,535enrollment
$17,677net price
93%acceptance rate
973-1230SAT range
20-26ACT range
3.73Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance95%

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Lewis University

L

Romeoville, IL

Lewis University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

6,513enrollment
$19,184net price
74%acceptance rate
1010-1200SAT range
21-29ACT range
3.6Avg GPA

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Admission Chance80%

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