Southeastern Colleges for a 1600 on the SAT

What Southeastern colleges accept a 1600 SAT score?

These Southeastern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1600 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 27 Southeastern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1600 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 1600 SAT good?

It can't be beat. You have a shot at getting in anywhere with a score of 1600. It situates you in the top 99th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your truly exceptional 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 1600 score represents 100% of the total possible points. If a 1600 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 1600

Let's examine how a 1600 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

Male: A 1600 is 533 points (50%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
Female: A 1600 is 546 points (52%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

White: A 1600 is 488 points (44%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
Black: A 1600 is 666 points (71%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
Hispanic: A 1600 is 633 points (65%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
Asian: A 1600 is 361 points (29%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
Pacific Islander: A 1600 is 650 points (68%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1600 is 673 points (73%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
Two or more races: A 1600 is 484 points (43%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

All Students: A 1600 is 540 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1600 SAT score?

A 1600 on the SAT translates to a 36 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 1600 SAT score?

Scoring a 1600 on the SAT places you in the 99th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 99% 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 1,683,000 students placing you ahead of the majority.

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Displaying 27 colleges where your 1600 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 42 target schools (good chance), 18 reach (harder) schools and 1,371 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

University of Florida

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Gainesville, FL

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University of Florida

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

#7 Best Public Universities in America

55,211enrollment
$11,740net price
23%acceptance rate
1300-1490SAT range
28-33ACT range
3.9Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance54%

Applications Due Mar 1

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University of Miami

M

Coral Gables, FL

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University of Miami

Private 4 Year

14 reviews

1400 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in Florida

19,402enrollment
$36,467net price
19%acceptance rate
1310-1480SAT range
30-33ACT range
3.7Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance52%

Applications Due Jan 1

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University of Georgia

G

Athens, GA

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University of Georgia

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

#3 Best Colleges in Georgia

40,607enrollment
$17,180net price
43%acceptance rate
1220-1420SAT range
27-32ACT range
4.0Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Jan 1

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

N

Chapel Hill, NC

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1440 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Value Colleges in America

31,705enrollment
$10,614net price
17%acceptance rate
1350-1530SAT range
30-34ACT range
3.83Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance39%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Virginia Tech

V

Blacksburg, VA

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Virginia Tech

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Virginia

38,170enrollment
$19,301net price
57%acceptance rate
1240-1430SAT range
27-32ACT range
3.97Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Duke University

D

Durham, NC

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Duke University

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

1530 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in America

18,023enrollment
$23,694net price
6%acceptance rate
1490-1570SAT range
34-35ACT range
3.94Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance16%

Applications Due Jan 3

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Vanderbilt University

V

Nashville, TN

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Vanderbilt University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1530 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Colleges in America

13,710enrollment
$25,606net price
7%acceptance rate
1490-1570SAT range
34-35ACT range
3.89Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance19%

Applications Due Jan 1

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Johns Hopkins University

J

Baltimore, MD

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Johns Hopkins University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1550 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Colleges in America

31,275enrollment
$24,034net price
7%acceptance rate
1520-1570SAT range
34-35ACT range
3.92Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance24%

Applications Due Jan 3

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University of Maryland College Park

M

College Park, MD

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University of Maryland College Park

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1440 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Public Universities in America

40,792enrollment
$16,210net price
45%acceptance rate
1360-1520SAT range
30-34ACT range
3.84Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance75%

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North Carolina State University at Raleigh

N

Raleigh, NC

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North Carolina State University at Raleigh

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1370 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#22 Best Public Universities in America

36,700enrollment
$14,852net price
47%acceptance rate
1280-1460SAT range
28-33ACT range
3.83Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Jan 15

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University of Virginia Main Campus

V

Charlottesville, VA

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University of Virginia Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1470 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in America

26,082enrollment
$19,469net price
19%acceptance rate
1400-1540SAT range
32-34ACT range
3.85Estimated Avg GPA

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Admission Chance44%

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Georgia Institute of Technology Main Campus

G

Atlanta, GA

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Georgia Institute of Technology Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1460 Average SAT Score

#1 Best Public Universities in Georgia

45,296enrollment
$17,402net price
17%acceptance rate
1370-1550SAT range
31-35ACT range
3.85Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance36%

Applications Due Jan 4

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Emory University

E

Atlanta, GA

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Emory University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#24 Best Colleges in America

14,841enrollment
$26,680net price
11%acceptance rate
1430-1550SAT range
32-34ACT range
3.8Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance29%

Applications Due Jan 1

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College of William and Mary

W

Williamsburg, VA

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College of William and Mary

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

1450 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in America

9,654enrollment
$25,688net price
33%acceptance rate
1375-1520SAT range
32-34ACT range
3.85Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance66%

Applications Due Jan 2

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Tulane University

T

New Orleans, LA

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Tulane University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1440 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

14,027enrollment
$50,263net price
11%acceptance rate
1370-1510SAT range
31-33ACT range
3.64Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance35%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Davidson College

D

Davidson, NC

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Davidson College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1430 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in North Carolina

1,927enrollment
$26,704net price
17%acceptance rate
1350-1500SAT range
31-33ACT range
3.81Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance48%

Applications Due Jan 7

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University of Richmond

R

University of Richmond, VA

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University of Richmond

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1460 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Virginia

3,876enrollment
$29,248net price
24%acceptance rate
1398-1530SAT range
32-34ACT range
3.71Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance54%

Applications Due Jan 1

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United States Naval Academy

N

Annapolis, Maryland

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United States Naval Academy

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

4,450enrollment
-net price
11%acceptance rate
1200-1440SAT range
25-32ACT range
3.8Estimated Avg GPA

Your 1600 SAT

Admission Chance36%

Applications Due Jan 31

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