Eastern Colleges for a 1160 on the SAT

What Eastern colleges accept a 1160 SAT score?

These Eastern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1160 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 208 Eastern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1160 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 Eastern colleges

Is a 1160 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1160 is a good score. It situates you in the top 69th 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 1160 score represents 72% of the total possible points. If a 1160 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 1160

Let's examine how a 1160 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1160 is 93 points (9%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1160 is 106 points (10%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1160 is 48 points (4%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1160 is 226 points (24%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1160 is 193 points (20%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1160 is 79 points (6%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1160 is 210 points (22%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1160 is 233 points (25%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1160 is 44 points (4%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1160 is 100 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1160 SAT score?

A 1160 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 1160 SAT score?

Scoring a 1160 on the SAT places you in the 69th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 69% 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 1,173,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 527,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 208 colleges where your 1160 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 603 target schools (good chance), 138 reach (harder) schools and 300 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Bryn Athyn College of the New Church
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Bryn Athyn, PA
 

Bryn Athyn College of the New Church

Private 4 Year

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1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 285enrollment
  • $21,305net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 980-1253SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.87Avg GPA
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Admission Chance83%

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Penn State Wilkes Barre
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Lehman, PA

Penn State Wilkes Barre

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 368enrollment
  • $16,728net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1260SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance95%

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Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
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Lancaster, PA

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 1,775enrollment
  • $33,047net price
  • 46%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1220SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance51%

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Penn State Dubois
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Dubois, PA
 

Penn State Dubois

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 366enrollment
  • $17,865net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1200SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance94%

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Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus
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Uniontown, PA
 

Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus

Public 4 Year

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1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 424enrollment
  • $15,897net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance85%

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United States Merchant Marine Academy
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Kings Point, NY

United States Merchant Marine Academy

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 943enrollment
  • $4,891net price
  • 27%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1330SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
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Admission Chance17%

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Grove City College
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Grove City, Pennsylvania
 

Grove City College

Private 4 Year

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1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 2,316enrollment
  • $23,538net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1360SAT range
  • 25-32ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
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Admission Chance60%

Applications Due Mar 20

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Thomas Jefferson University
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Philadelphia, PA
 

Thomas Jefferson University

Private 4 Year

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1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 8,286enrollment
  • $28,110net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1350SAT range
  • 27-31ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
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Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Jul 31

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University of Connecticut Hartford Campus
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Hartford, Connecticut
 

University of Connecticut Hartford Campus

Public 4 Year

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1120 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 1,535enrollment
  • $11,779net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1230SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance98%

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Husson University
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Bangor, ME
 

Husson University

Private 4 Year

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1120 Average SAT Score

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  • 3,065enrollment
  • $19,978net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
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Admission Chance93%

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