Eastern Colleges for a 1090 on the SAT

What Eastern colleges accept a 1090 SAT score?

These Eastern 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 178 Eastern 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 Eastern 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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List of 1090 SAT Colleges

Displaying 178 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 513 target schools (good chance), 228 reach (harder) schools and 240 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Fairleigh Dickinson University College at Florham
F
Madison, NJ

Fairleigh Dickinson University College at Florham

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 2,823enrollment
  • $21,408net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1310SAT range
  • 19-30ACT range
  • 3.42Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance84%

SUNY at Fredonia
F
Fredonia, NY

SUNY at Fredonia

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 3,491enrollment
  • $15,795net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1300SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Rutgers University Camden
R
Camden, NJ

Rutgers University Camden

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Value Colleges in New Jersey

  • 5,966enrollment
  • $14,151net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1280SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.23Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance71%

Western New England University
W
Springfield, MA

Western New England University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 3,430enrollment
  • $30,214net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1280SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance79%

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 1090 SAT
Admission Chance84%

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 1090 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Sep 7

New Jersey City University
N
Jersey City, NJ

New Jersey City University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 6,539enrollment
  • $19,252net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 890-1140SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Delaware Valley University
D
Doylestown, PA

Delaware Valley University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#45 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,178enrollment
  • $29,256net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1198SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Alvernia University
A
Reading, PA

Alvernia University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#51 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,484enrollment
  • $27,091net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 996-1170SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance60%

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 1090 SAT
Admission Chance87%

Penn State Altoona
P
Altoona, PA
 

Penn State Altoona

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 2,577enrollment
  • $20,621net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1250SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.4Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Cabrini College
C
Radnor, PA

Cabrini College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#50 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,613enrollment
  • $21,981net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance76%

York College Pennsylvania
Y
York, PA

York College Pennsylvania

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#41 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 3,656enrollment
  • $20,916net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • 23-27ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Applications Due Aug 23

Caldwell University
C
Caldwell, NJ
 

Caldwell University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 2,028enrollment
  • $20,612net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1320SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance59%

Cedar Crest College
C
Allentown, PA

Cedar Crest College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#42 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,324enrollment
  • $23,500net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 980-1230SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Utica College
U
Utica, NY
 

Utica College

Private 4 Year

9 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#43 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,861enrollment
  • $22,372net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1084-1250SAT range
  • 23-32ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Gannon University
G
Erie, PA

Gannon University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#32 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 4,665enrollment
  • $22,200net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 990-1250SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance79%

Mount Saint Mary College
M
Newburgh, NY

Mount Saint Mary College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#50 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,918enrollment
  • $23,439net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1075-1225SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance81%