Colleges for a 1180 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1180 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1180 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 673 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1180 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 U.S. colleges

Is a 1180 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1180 is a good score. It situates you in the top 73rd 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 1180 score represents 74% of the total possible points. If a 1180 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 1180

Let's examine how a 1180 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1180 is 113 points (11%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1180 is 126 points (12%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1180 is 68 points (6%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1180 is 246 points (26%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1180 is 213 points (22%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1180 is 59 points (5%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1180 is 230 points (24%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1180 is 253 points (27%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1180 is 64 points (6%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1180 is 120 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1180 SAT score?

A 1180 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 1180 SAT score?

Scoring a 1180 on the SAT places you in the 73rd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 73% 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 1,241,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 459,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1180 SAT Colleges

Displaying 673 colleges where your 1180 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 2,148 target schools (good chance), 366 reach (harder) schools and 2,247 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Florida International University
F
Miami, FL

Florida International University

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

 

#5 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 55,609enrollment
  • $9,881net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1250SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance68%

Applications Due Apr 1

University of Memphis
M
Memphis, TN

University of Memphis

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 21,917enrollment
  • $13,873net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 930-1230SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Jul 1

Texas Christian University
T
Fort Worth, TX

Texas Christian University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 12,273enrollment
  • $44,190net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.68Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Feb 1

University of Cincinnati Main Campus
C
Cincinnati, OH

University of Cincinnati Main Campus

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 41,155enrollment
  • $20,149net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1360SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Mar 1

DePaul University
D
Chicago, IL

DePaul University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 20,917enrollment
  • $32,151net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1300SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Feb 1

CUNY Hunter College
H
New York, NY

CUNY Hunter College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1260 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 22,970enrollment
  • $4,848net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1340SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance34%

The University of Texas at Arlington
T
Arlington, TX

The University of Texas at Arlington

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 43,946enrollment
  • $14,262net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.43Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Jun 1

Western Carolina University
W
Cullowhee, NC

Western Carolina University

Public 4 Year

10 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 11,635enrollment
  • $13,022net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Mar 1

West Chester University of Pennsylvania
W
West Chester, PA

West Chester University of Pennsylvania

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 17,275enrollment
  • $22,973net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1260SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance89%

University of Rhode Island
R
Kingston, RI

University of Rhode Island

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Rhode Island

  • 17,473enrollment
  • $20,695net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1270SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Feb 1

The University of Texas at San Antonio
T
San Antonio, TX

The University of Texas at San Antonio

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#21 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 34,393enrollment
  • $12,664net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1220SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Jun 1

Nova Southeastern University
N
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Nova Southeastern University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 20,948enrollment
  • $29,589net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1310SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.99Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Illinois State University
I
Normal, IL

Illinois State University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 20,683enrollment
  • $20,551net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1210SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Apr 1

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus
O
Norman, OK

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Oklahoma

  • 28,308enrollment
  • $22,601net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1330SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance66%

Applications Due Feb 1

Virginia Commonwealth University
V
Richmond, VA

Virginia Commonwealth University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 28,082enrollment
  • $21,294net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1290SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Jan 18

University of North Florida
N
Jacksonville, FL

University of North Florida

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

 

#6 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 16,406enrollment
  • $11,338net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1210SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.89Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Wayne State University
W
Detroit, MI

Wayne State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 23,630enrollment
  • $15,347net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1260SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Aug 1

Belmont University
B
Nashville, TN

Belmont University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 8,910enrollment
  • $36,225net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1340SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Jul 1

FAQs

Is a 1180 a good SAT score?

Yes, a score of 1180 is a good score. The score puts you in the top 73rd percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1180 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1180 SAT score?

Arizona State University, Michigan State University and The University of Alabama are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1180 SAT score.

What percentile is 1180 on the SAT?

A 1180 ranks in the top 73rd percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1180 SAT?

A 1180 converts to a 24 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 24 ACT score.