New England Colleges for a 1050 on the SAT

What New England colleges accept a 1050 SAT score?

These New England colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1050 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 37 New England colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1050 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 England colleges

Is a 1050 SAT bad?

A score of 1050 is about average. It situates you in the bottom 49th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your about 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 1050 score represents 66% of the total possible points. If a 1050 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 1050

Let's examine how a 1050 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1050 is 17 points (2%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1050 is 4 points (0%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1050 is 62 points (6%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1050 is 116 points (12%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1050 is 83 points (9%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1050 is 189 points (15%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1050 is 100 points (11%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1050 is 123 points (13%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1050 is 66 points (6%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1050 is 10 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1050 SAT score?

A 1050 on the SAT translates to a 20 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 1050 SAT score?

Scoring a 1050 on the SAT places you in the 49th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 49% 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 833,000 students with only 867,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1050 SAT Colleges

Displaying 37 colleges where your 1050 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 105 target schools (good chance), 87 reach (harder) schools and 84 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

University of Rhode Island
R
Kingston, RI

University of Rhode Island

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Rhode Island

  • 17,473enrollment
  • $20,695net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1270SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance62%

Applications Due Feb 1

Bridgewater State University
B
Bridgewater, MA

Bridgewater State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 9,604enrollment
  • $17,225net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1210SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.21Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Feb 15

Salem State University
S
Salem, MA

Salem State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 6,539enrollment
  • $19,277net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 986-1210SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.17Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Jun 1

Johnson & Wales University Providence
J
Providence, RI

Johnson & Wales University Providence

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Rhode Island

  • 4,566enrollment
  • $32,801net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 940-1190SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Framingham State University
F
Framingham, MA

Framingham State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 4,111enrollment
  • $17,715net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1200SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Feb 15

Central Connecticut State University
C
New Britain, CT

Central Connecticut State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Connecticut

  • 9,468enrollment
  • $17,088net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 940-1160SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Aug 26

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
M
North Dartmouth, MA

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 7,457enrollment
  • $19,700net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1260SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Westfield State University
W
Westfield, MA

Westfield State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 4,702enrollment
  • $18,021net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 980-1190SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Mar 1

Worcester State University
W
Worcester, MA

Worcester State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 5,311enrollment
  • $14,435net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1220SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Jun 1

Rhode Island College
R
Providence, RI

Rhode Island College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

990 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Rhode Island

  • 5,787enrollment
  • $11,014net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 870-1110SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.08Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Mar 15

University of Connecticut Stamford
C
Stamford, CT

University of Connecticut Stamford

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

 

#5 Best Public Universities in Connecticut

  • 2,297enrollment
  • $13,933net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 990-1240SAT range
  • 18-27ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Fitchburg State University
F
Fitchburg, MA

Fitchburg State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 6,554enrollment
  • $15,535net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1220SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.29Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance80%

University of Southern Maine
S
Portland, ME

University of Southern Maine

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

 

#3 Best Public Universities in Maine

  • 7,583enrollment
  • $12,343net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 998-1220SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance80%

American International College
A
Springfield, MA
 

American International College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#34 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 2,010enrollment
  • $18,317net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 940-1110SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.91Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Sep 7

Nichols College
N
Dudley, MA

Nichols College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#33 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,403enrollment
  • $27,192net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 945-1180SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Keene State College
K
Keene, NH

Keene State College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in New Hampshire

  • 2,872enrollment
  • $19,546net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 970-1170SAT range
  • 24-25ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Dec 1

Fisher College
F
Boston, MA

Fisher College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#32 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,421enrollment
  • $26,257net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 800-1070SAT range
  • 15-24ACT range
  • 2.72Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance83%

University of Bridgeport
B
Bridgeport, CT

University of Bridgeport

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Connecticut

  • 3,988enrollment
  • $28,470net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 935-1160SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.04Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance82%