Mid Atlantic Colleges for a 1170 on the SAT

What Mid Atlantic colleges accept a 1170 SAT score?

These Mid Atlantic colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1170 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 147 Mid Atlantic colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1170 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 Mid Atlantic colleges

Is a 1170 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1170 is a good score. It situates you in the top 71st 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 1170 score represents 73% of the total possible points. If a 1170 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 1170

Let's examine how a 1170 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1170 is 103 points (10%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1170 is 116 points (11%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1170 is 58 points (5%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1170 is 236 points (25%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1170 is 203 points (21%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1170 is 69 points (6%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1170 is 220 points (23%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1170 is 243 points (26%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1170 is 54 points (5%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1170 is 110 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1170 SAT score?

A 1170 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 1170 SAT score?

Scoring a 1170 on the SAT places you in the 71st percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 71% 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 1,207,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 493,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1170 SAT Colleges

Displaying 147 colleges where your 1170 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 432 target schools (good chance), 90 reach (harder) schools and 216 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

PennWest Edinboro
P
Edinboro, PA
 

PennWest Edinboro

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

 

#21 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 4,043enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 970-1170SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT

Rosemont College
R
Rosemont, PA
 

Rosemont College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 754enrollment
  • $19,741net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 980-1200SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Elizabethtown College
E
Elizabethtown, PA
 

Elizabethtown College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,021enrollment
  • $26,723net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Lebanon Valley College
L
Annville, PA

Lebanon Valley College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,080enrollment
  • $26,743net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1280SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance72%

Centenary University
C
Hackettstown, NJ

Centenary University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 1,498enrollment
  • $21,935net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 990-1170SAT range
  • 15-22ACT range
  • 3.23Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance98%

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
O
Syracuse, NY

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 1,976enrollment
  • $20,928net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1300SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance62%

Applications Due Feb 1

Lycoming College
L
Williamsport, PA

Lycoming College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#31 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,059enrollment
  • $19,697net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1053-1238SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Houghton College
H
Houghton, NY

Houghton College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 833enrollment
  • $21,550net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1320SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance72%

D'Youville College
D
Buffalo, NY

D'Youville College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#37 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,518enrollment
  • $21,755net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1025-1265SAT range
  • 18-27ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Elmira College
E
Elmira, NY

Elmira College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 657enrollment
  • $24,040net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1118-1272SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.22Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Gwynedd Mercy College
G
Gwynedd Valley, PA
 

Gwynedd Mercy College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,091enrollment
  • $28,122net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1235SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.34Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Aug 20

Penn State Brandywine
P
Media, PA

Penn State Brandywine

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 1,196enrollment
  • $21,600net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1285SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Penn State Erie Behrend College
P
Erie, PA

Penn State Erie Behrend College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 3,295enrollment
  • $21,968net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1095-1330SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.49Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance94%

SUNY College at Plattsburgh
P
Plattsburgh, NY

SUNY College at Plattsburgh

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 4,474enrollment
  • $17,625net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1260SAT range
  • 21-30ACT range
  • 3.11Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance72%

Point Park University
P
Pittsburgh, PA

Point Park University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#49 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 3,288enrollment
  • $24,702net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1245SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Washington & Jefferson College
W
Washington, PA

Washington & Jefferson College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#22 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,151enrollment
  • $25,636net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1250SAT range
  • 19-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Penn State Lehigh Valley
P
Center Valley, PA
 

Penn State Lehigh Valley

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 888enrollment
  • $18,142net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1290SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.42Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance93%

University of Pittsburgh Johnstown
P
Johnstown, PA

University of Pittsburgh Johnstown

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 2,043enrollment
  • $17,545net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1200SAT range
  • 19-28ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance98%