New York Colleges for a 1180 on the SAT

What New York colleges accept a 1180 SAT score?

These New York 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 55 New York 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 New York 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 55 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 165 target schools (good chance), 63 reach (harder) schools and 132 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

SUNY at Albany
A
Albany, NY

SUNY at Albany

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 16,658enrollment
  • $17,714net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1320SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance62%

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%

St John's University New York
S
Queens, NY

St John's University New York

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#40 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 19,663enrollment
  • $26,052net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1310SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Culinary Institute of America
C
Hyde Park, NY

Culinary Institute of America

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 3,124enrollment
  • $33,499net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 980-1240SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.26Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Pace University New York
P
New York, NY

Pace University New York

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#39 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 13,609enrollment
  • $33,363net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1300SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Feb 15

CUNY Queens College
Q
Flushing, NY

CUNY Queens College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 17,001enrollment
  • $6,434net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1190SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Iona College
I
New Rochelle, NY

Iona College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#45 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,621enrollment
  • $28,827net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1210SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Feb 15

Adelphi University
A
Garden City, NY

Adelphi University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1210 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#24 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 7,252enrollment
  • $26,953net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1310SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Manhattan College
M
Riverdale, NY

Manhattan College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#21 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,575enrollment
  • $29,535net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1330SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Aug 31

CUNY City College
C
New York, NY

CUNY City College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 14,489enrollment
  • $5,181net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1260SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Feb 1

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College
B
New York, NY

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 19,854enrollment
  • $4,991net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1360SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance36%

Applications Due Feb 1

Pratt Institute Main
P
Brooklyn, NY

Pratt Institute Main

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 5,494enrollment
  • $47,326net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1430SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.86Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance37%

Applications Due Jan 5

SUNY College at Brockport
B
Brockport, NY

SUNY College at Brockport

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 6,424enrollment
  • $16,261net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1240SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 2.79Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Aug 1

The New School
N
New York, NY

The New School

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 10,108enrollment
  • $55,480net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.59Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance47%

Siena College
S
Loudonville, NY

Siena College

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#35 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,648enrollment
  • $30,842net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1045-1270SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Feb 15

SUNY at Geneseo
G
Geneseo, NY

SUNY at Geneseo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 4,184enrollment
  • $19,557net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1320SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance65%

Applications Due Feb 1

CUNY Brooklyn College
B
Brooklyn, NY

CUNY Brooklyn College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 14,195enrollment
  • $5,972net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1180SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Feb 1

Alfred University
A
Alfred, NY

Alfred University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#36 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,813enrollment
  • $26,183net price
  • 51%acceptance rate
  • 1085-1290SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance50%

Applications Due Feb 1