Colleges for a 1090 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1090 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1090 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 767 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1090 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 U.S. colleges

Is a 1090 SAT good?

A score of 1090 is a little better than average. It situates you in the top 57th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your slightly 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 1090 score represents 68% of the total possible points. If a 1090 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 1090

Let's examine how a 1090 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1090 is 23 points (2%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1090 is 36 points (3%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1090 is 22 points (2%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1090 is 156 points (17%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1090 is 123 points (13%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1090 is 149 points (12%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1090 is 140 points (15%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1090 is 163 points (18%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1090 is 26 points (2%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1090 is 30 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1090 SAT score?

A 1090 on the SAT translates to a 21 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 1090 SAT score?

Scoring a 1090 on the SAT places you in the 57th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 57% 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 969,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 731,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 767 colleges where your 1090 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 2,304 target schools (good chance), 756 reach (harder) schools and 1,545 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Central Michigan University
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Mount Pleasant, MI

Central Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 14,557enrollment
  • $15,605net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 980-1220SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
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Admission Chance78%

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University of West Georgia
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Carrollton, GA
 

University of West Georgia

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1040 Average SAT Score

 

#6 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 11,893enrollment
  • $15,625net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 930-1140SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Jun 1

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University of Mississippi
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University, MS

University of Mississippi

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Mississippi

  • 22,300enrollment
  • $14,289net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1220SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
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Admission Chance96%

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Kean University
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Union, NJ

Kean University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 12,884enrollment
  • $10,747net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 900-1160SAT range
  • 16-25ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance87%

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Liberty University
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Lynchburg, VA

Liberty University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 96,709enrollment
  • $29,913net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1250SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
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Admission Chance99%

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Utah State University
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Logan, UT

Utah State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Utah

  • 27,943enrollment
  • $14,577net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1300SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
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Admission Chance91%

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Portland State University
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Portland, OR

Portland State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 21,609enrollment
  • $16,273net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1250SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance92%

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Hampton University
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HBCU
Hampton, VA

Hampton University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 3,286enrollment
  • $32,421net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 840-1220SAT range
  • 17-27ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Mar 1

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California State University Fresno
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Fresno, CA

California State University Fresno

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

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#23 Best Public Universities in California

  • 23,999enrollment
  • $7,507net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 890-1100SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.12Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Dec 15

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Azusa Pacific University
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Azusa, CA
 

Azusa Pacific University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

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#18 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 7,169enrollment
  • $26,666net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 980-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance86%

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University of Northern Colorado
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Greeley, CO

University of Northern Colorado

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 9,380enrollment
  • $18,310net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 990-1200SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance78%

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University of Michigan Dearborn
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Dearborn, MI

University of Michigan Dearborn

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 8,223enrollment
  • $12,444net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1290SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance47%

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The University of West Florida
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Pensacola, FL

The University of West Florida

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 13,521enrollment
  • $8,609net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1230SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance39%

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Montclair State University
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Montclair, NJ

Montclair State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 21,784enrollment
  • $13,742net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 950-1200SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance92%

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Radford University
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Radford, VA

Radford University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 7,718enrollment
  • $17,105net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 960-1160SAT range
  • 19-23ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
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Admission Chance94%

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Wingate University
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Wingate, NC

Wingate University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

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#13 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 3,396enrollment
  • $18,823net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 980-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
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Admission Chance87%

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Sonoma State University
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Rohnert Park, CA

Sonoma State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Public Universities in California

  • 6,637enrollment
  • $15,507net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
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Admission Chance95%

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Culinary Institute of America
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Hyde Park, NY

Culinary Institute of America

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 3,124enrollment
  • $33,499net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 980-1240SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.26Avg GPA
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FAQs

Is a 1090 a good SAT score?

A score of 1090 is a little better than average. The score puts you in the top 57th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1090 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1090 SAT score?

San Diego State University, University of Kentucky and East Carolina University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1090 SAT score.

What percentile is 1090 on the SAT?

A 1090 ranks in the top 57th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1090 SAT?

A 1090 converts to a 21 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 21 ACT score.