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.

Canisius College
C
Buffalo, NY

Canisius College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#38 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,492enrollment
  • $19,635net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1320SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance78%

SUNY Maritime College
S
Throggs Neck, NY

SUNY Maritime College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 1,427enrollment
  • $19,712net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1300SAT range
  • 24-28ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Jan 31

Marymount Manhattan College
M
New York, NY

Marymount Manhattan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#46 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,608enrollment
  • $39,442net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1280SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Aug 1

New York Institute of Technology
N
Old Westbury, NY

New York Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#29 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,906enrollment
  • $22,494net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1118-1360SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance70%

St. Francis College
S
Brooklyn Heights, NY

St. Francis College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#52 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,661enrollment
  • $18,602net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 990-1240SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance88%

SUNY College at Old Westbury
O
Old Westbury, NY
 

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 4,270enrollment
  • $12,329net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1206SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance95%

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 1180 SAT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Feb 1

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 1180 SAT
Admission Chance73%

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 1180 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 1180 SAT
Admission Chance95%

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 1180 SAT
Admission Chance73%

Saint Joseph's College New York
S
Brooklyn, NY
 

Saint Joseph's College New York

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#34 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 4,348enrollment
  • $18,001net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1093-1306SAT range
  • 23-27ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance75%

The College of Saint Rose
S
Albany, NY
 

The College of Saint Rose

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#51 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,786enrollment
  • $23,294net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1001-1228SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due May 1

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred
O
Alfred, NY

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#21 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 3,348enrollment
  • $17,262net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 960-1180SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance90%

SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica Rome
S
Utica, NY

SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica Rome

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1220 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 2,842enrollment
  • $13,799net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1400SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Aug 1

Nazareth College
N
Rochester, NY

Nazareth College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#30 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,522enrollment
  • $31,620net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1320SAT range
  • 24-28ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Feb 1

Saint Thomas Aquinas College
S
Sparkill, NY
 

Saint Thomas Aquinas College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#49 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,033enrollment
  • $21,745net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 920-1270SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due May 1

Roberts Wesleyan College
R
Rochester, NY
 

Roberts Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#60 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,573enrollment
  • $23,341net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1340SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1180 SAT

Applications Due Aug 25