Western Colleges for a 1160 on the SAT

What Western colleges accept a 1160 SAT score?

These Western 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 82 Western 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 Western 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 82 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 243 target schools (good chance), 84 reach (harder) schools and 345 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Biola University

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La Mirada, CA

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Biola University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in California

5,387enrollment
$31,522net price
57%acceptance rate
1105-1365SAT range
23-30ACT range
3.61Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance48%

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University of Hawaii at Hilo

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Hilo, HI

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University of Hawaii at Hilo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Hawaii

2,977enrollment
$13,867net price
84%acceptance rate
960-1200SAT range
16-21ACT range
3.36Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Jul 1

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Seattle Pacific University

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Seattle, WA

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Seattle Pacific University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Washington

3,118enrollment
$26,549net price
91%acceptance rate
1080-1350SAT range
20-27ACT range
3.53Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Jul 11

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University of Nevada Reno

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Reno, NV

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University of Nevada Reno

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Nevada

20,945enrollment
$16,670net price
86%acceptance rate
1060-1270SAT range
20-26ACT range
3.4Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Apr 7

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The University of Montana

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Missoula, MT

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The University of Montana

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Montana

9,955enrollment
$16,361net price
95%acceptance rate
1070-1280SAT range
18-26ACT range
3.36Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance95%

Applications Due Aug 18

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Concordia University Irvine

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Irvine, CA

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Concordia University Irvine

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Private Colleges in California

3,744enrollment
$29,508net price
69%acceptance rate
1030-1260SAT range
21-29ACT range
3.61Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance71%

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California Lutheran University

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Thousand Oaks, CA

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California Lutheran University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#22 Best Private Colleges in California

3,615enrollment
$30,416net price
87%acceptance rate
1150-1320SAT range
26-30ACT range
3.73Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Jan 1

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California State University Monterey Bay

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Seaside, CA

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California State University Monterey Bay

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#22 Best Public Universities in California

7,045enrollment
$11,435net price
92%acceptance rate
960-1160SAT range
17-23ACT range
3.45Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Regis University

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Denver, CO

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Regis University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Colorado

4,668enrollment
$26,377net price
76%acceptance rate
1020-1220SAT range
20-27ACT range
3.68Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Saint Marys College of California

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Moraga, CA

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Saint Marys College of California

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Private Colleges in California

2,765enrollment
$32,129net price
88%acceptance rate
1070-1253SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.6Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Southern Oregon University

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Ashland, OR

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Southern Oregon University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Oregon

5,204enrollment
$17,976net price
88%acceptance rate
980-1230SAT range
18-25ACT range
3.34Avg GPA

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Admission Chance91%

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University of Washington Tacoma Campus

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Tacoma, WA

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University of Washington Tacoma Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

4,794enrollment
$10,680net price
88%acceptance rate
960-1180SAT range
16-24ACT range
3.41Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Jun 30

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Vanguard University of Southern California

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Costa Mesa, CA

Vanguard University of Southern California

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#30 Best Private Colleges in California

2,256enrollment
$24,279net price
75%acceptance rate
980-1200SAT range
19-25ACT range
3.31Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Fresno Pacific University

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Fresno, CA

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Fresno Pacific University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Private Colleges in California

3,032enrollment
$15,255net price
75%acceptance rate
970-1240SAT range
17-24ACT range
3.54Avg GPA

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Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Western Oregon University

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Monmouth, OR

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Western Oregon University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Oregon

3,751enrollment
$16,754net price
83%acceptance rate
985-1220SAT range
-ACT range
3.36Avg GPA

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Admission Chance87%

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Pacific University

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Forest Grove, OR

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Pacific University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Oregon

3,559enrollment
$33,472net price
92%acceptance rate
1010-1350SAT range
20-26ACT range
3.73Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Aug 25

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Brigham Young University Hawaii

B

Laie, HI

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Brigham Young University Hawaii

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

#1 Best Private Colleges in Hawaii

2,735enrollment
$15,835net price
34%acceptance rate
1023-1236SAT range
19-26ACT range
3.47Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1160 SAT

Admission Chance38%

Applications Due Feb 1

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The Evergreen State College

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Olympia, WA

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The Evergreen State College

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Washington

2,105enrollment
$16,318net price
74%acceptance rate
980-1220SAT range
22-29ACT range
3.12Avg GPA

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Admission Chance80%

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