Southeastern Colleges for a 1160 on the SAT

What Southeastern colleges accept a 1160 SAT score?

These Southeastern 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 206 Southeastern 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 Southeastern 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 206 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 693 target schools (good chance), 90 reach (harder) schools and 603 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Trevecca Nazarene University
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Nashville, TN

Trevecca Nazarene University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 3,327enrollment
  • $16,080net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1250SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1160 SAT
Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Ouachita Baptist University
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Arkadelphia, AR

Ouachita Baptist University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Arkansas

  • 1,784enrollment
  • $21,677net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1200SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
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Admission Chance79%

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Belhaven University
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Jackson, MS
 

Belhaven University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Mississippi

  • 3,627enrollment
  • $19,794net price
  • 43%acceptance rate
  • 980-1200SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
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Admission Chance53%

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Lyon College
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Batesville, AR

Lyon College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 496enrollment
  • $25,545net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1195SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
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Admission Chance68%

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Milligan College
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Milligan College, Tennessee

Milligan College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 1,208enrollment
  • $17,371net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1270SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.4Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance69%

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Rust College
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HBCU
Holly Springs, MS

Rust College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

890 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 755enrollment
  • $8,151net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 440-1339SAT range
  • 17-18ACT range
  • 2.66Avg GPA
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Admission Chance85%

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Coker College
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Hartsville, SC

Coker College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 1,160enrollment
  • $19,345net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 940-1160SAT range
  • 16-24ACT range
  • 3.1Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance97%

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William Carey University
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Hattiesburg, MS

William Carey University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

 

#1 Best Private Colleges in Mississippi

  • 5,662enrollment
  • $15,271net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1320SAT range
  • 20-29ACT range
  • 3.46Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance51%

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Asbury University
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Wilmore, KY

Asbury University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Kentucky

  • 1,650enrollment
  • $21,506net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1320SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
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Admission Chance75%

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Louisiana College
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Pineville, LA

Louisiana College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Louisiana

  • 1,026enrollment
  • $14,566net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1190SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
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Admission Chance82%

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McNeese State University
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Lake Charles, LA

McNeese State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

 

#6 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 6,230enrollment
  • $10,154net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 970-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance80%

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John Brown University
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Siloam Springs, AR

John Brown University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Arkansas

  • 2,326enrollment
  • $20,997net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1390SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
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Admission Chance48%

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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
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Magnolia, AR

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

 

#5 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 5,094enrollment
  • $14,056net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 905-1190SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 1160 SAT
Admission Chance75%

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Aquinas College
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Nashville, TN

Aquinas College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 342enrollment
  • $20,892net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1370SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
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Admission Chance32%

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Christian Brothers University
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Memphis, TN
 

Christian Brothers University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 1,934enrollment
  • $18,612net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1280SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
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Admission Chance87%

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Kentucky Wesleyan College
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Owensboro, KY

Kentucky Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

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  • 813enrollment
  • $20,735net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 980-1210SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
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Admission Chance76%

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West Virginia Wesleyan College
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Buckhannon, WV
 

West Virginia Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 951enrollment
  • $20,470net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 910-1180SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
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Admission Chance98%

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Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide
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Daytona Beach, FL

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

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#15 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 11,574enrollment
  • $17,002net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1280SAT range
  • 25-28ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance50%

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