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.

Augustana University

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Sioux Falls, SD

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Augustana University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in South Dakota

2,086enrollment
$23,843net price
66%acceptance rate
1110-1325SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.76Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance58%

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Heidelberg University

H

Tiffin, OH

Heidelberg University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#27 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

1,086enrollment
$20,053net price
71%acceptance rate
1030-1162SAT range
19-24ACT range
3.33Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance82%

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St Catherine University

S

Saint Paul, MN

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St Catherine University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

3,577enrollment
$19,976net price
93%acceptance rate
1155-1450SAT range
18-26ACT range
3.62Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance88%

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Bethel University

B

Saint Paul, MN

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Bethel University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

3,546enrollment
$29,915net price
72%acceptance rate
1123-1343SAT range
20-28ACT range
3.6Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance63%

Applications Due May 1

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Benedictine University

B

Lisle, IL

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Benedictine University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#21 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

3,123enrollment
$25,658net price
93%acceptance rate
1050-1280SAT range
19-28ACT range
3.26Avg GPA

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Admission Chance93%

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Wittenberg University

W

Springfield, OH

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Wittenberg University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Ohio

1,299enrollment
$22,912net price
94%acceptance rate
1050-1370SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.6Avg GPA

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Admission Chance93%

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Concordia College at Moorhead

C

Moorhead, MN

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Concordia College at Moorhead

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

1,903enrollment
$23,087net price
66%acceptance rate
1080-1218SAT range
20-26ACT range
3.58Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance68%

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Cardinal Stritch University

C

Milwaukee, WI

Cardinal Stritch University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

1,332enrollment
$20,002net price
93%acceptance rate
1010-1220SAT range
18-21ACT range
3.18Avg GPA

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Admission Chance95%

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University of Minnesota Rochester

M

Rochester, MN

University of Minnesota Rochester

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

630enrollment
$12,613net price
72%acceptance rate
1058-1331SAT range
20-26ACT range
NAAvg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Jul 31

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St Louis College of Pharmacy

S

Saint Louis, MO

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St Louis College of Pharmacy

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

695enrollment
$31,831net price
92%acceptance rate
1060-1380SAT range
20-27ACT range
3.65Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Avila University

A

Kansas City, MO

Avila University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

1,306enrollment
$17,210net price
68%acceptance rate
933-1160SAT range
17-23ACT range
3.24Avg GPA

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Admission Chance80%

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The University of Findlay

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Findlay, OH

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The University of Findlay

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

4,869enrollment
$24,069net price
86%acceptance rate
1010-1213SAT range
19-26ACT range
3.7Avg GPA

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Admission Chance89%

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Viterbo University

V

La Crosse, WI

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Viterbo University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

2,456enrollment
$23,257net price
72%acceptance rate
1060-1240SAT range
22-27ACT range
3.5Avg GPA

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Admission Chance73%

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Monmouth College

M

Monmouth, IL

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Monmouth College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

767enrollment
$20,237net price
91%acceptance rate
1010-1210SAT range
24-28ACT range
3.49Avg GPA

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Admission Chance93%

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Cornerstone University

C

Grand Rapids, MI

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Cornerstone University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

1,781enrollment
$20,935net price
82%acceptance rate
970-1220SAT range
20-25ACT range
3.28Estimated Avg GPA

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Admission Chance86%

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University of South Dakota

S

Vermillion, SD

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University of South Dakota

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in South Dakota

9,856enrollment
$18,378net price
99%acceptance rate
1020-1300SAT range
19-25ACT range
3.43Avg GPA

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Admission Chance99%

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Indiana University Southeast

I

New Albany, IN

Indiana University Southeast

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Indiana

3,672enrollment
$8,264net price
85%acceptance rate
1000-1190SAT range
20-25ACT range
3.31Avg GPA

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Admission Chance90%

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Concordia University Chicago

C

River Forest, IL

Concordia University Chicago

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

5,354enrollment
$18,832net price
93%acceptance rate
990-1180SAT range
19-25ACT range
3.18Avg GPA

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Admission Chance96%

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