Southeastern Colleges for a 1170 on the SAT

What Southeastern colleges accept a 1170 SAT score?

These Southeastern 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 192 Southeastern 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 Southeastern 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 192 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 660 target schools (good chance), 87 reach (harder) schools and 645 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
T
Chattanooga, TN

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 11,283enrollment
  • $14,417net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1023-1210SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due May 1

Harding University
H
Searcy, AR

Harding University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

 

#4 Best Private Colleges in Arkansas

  • 4,805enrollment
  • $19,558net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1300SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance45%

University of North Carolina School of the Arts
N
Winston-Salem, NC

University of North Carolina School of the Arts

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 1,104enrollment
  • $11,251net price
  • 32%acceptance rate
  • 1115-1350SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance25%

Applications Due Mar 15

Winthrop University
W
Rock Hill, SC

Winthrop University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 4,712enrollment
  • $17,008net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 980-1195SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Roanoke College
R
Salem, VA

Roanoke College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,826enrollment
  • $29,169net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1260SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Marymount University
M
Arlington, VA

Marymount University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 3,711enrollment
  • $24,664net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 970-1170SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.38Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Florida College
F
Temple Terrace, FL
 

Florida College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 622enrollment
  • $21,360net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 930-1200SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.28Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Austin Peay State University
A
Clarksville, TN

Austin Peay State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 9,326enrollment
  • $16,140net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 983-1170SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Aug 4

Lipscomb University
L
Nashville, TN

Lipscomb University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 4,704enrollment
  • $27,937net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1320SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance63%

Gardner Webb University
G
Boiling Springs, NC

Gardner Webb University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 3,144enrollment
  • $22,339net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Lander University
L
Greenwood, SC

Lander University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 4,167enrollment
  • $15,524net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 950-1190SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Ave Maria University
A
Ave Maria, FL

Ave Maria University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 1,310enrollment
  • $21,078net price
  • 44%acceptance rate
  • 1018-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance50%

New College of Florida
N
Sarasota, FL

New College of Florida

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 689enrollment
  • $10,496net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1103-1360SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.87Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due May 30

Frostburg State University
F
Frostburg, MD

Frostburg State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 4,067enrollment
  • $16,114net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 980-1200SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Feb 15

Louisiana Tech University
L
Ruston, LA

Louisiana Tech University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

 

#3 Best Colleges in Louisiana

  • 10,839enrollment
  • $12,243net price
  • 62%acceptance rate
  • 1088-1280SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance60%

Guilford College
G
Greensboro, NC

Guilford College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,167enrollment
  • $23,882net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 910-1180SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.14Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance90%

East Tennessee State University
E
Johnson City, TN

East Tennessee State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 13,483enrollment
  • $14,350net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 980-1190SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.33Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Maryland Institute College of Art
M
Baltimore, MD

Maryland Institute College of Art

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Maryland

  • 1,952enrollment
  • $43,545net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 967-1362SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 1170 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Feb 1