Mid Atlantic Colleges for a 1090 on the SAT

What Mid Atlantic colleges accept a 1090 SAT score?

These Mid Atlantic 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 129 Mid Atlantic 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 Mid Atlantic 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 129 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 372 target schools (good chance), 177 reach (harder) schools and 153 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

West Chester University of Pennsylvania
W
West Chester, PA

West Chester University of Pennsylvania

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 17,275enrollment
  • $22,973net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1260SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Kean University
K
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%

Applications Due Aug 15

Montclair State University
M
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%

Culinary Institute of America
C
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
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance95%

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
J
New York, NY

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 13,921enrollment
  • $5,001net price
  • 51%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1160SAT range
  • 21-25ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance51%

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
K
Kutztown, PA

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 7,455enrollment
  • $20,776net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1260SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance94%

CUNY Queens College
Q
Flushing, NY

CUNY Queens College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 17,001enrollment
  • $6,434net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1190SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance64%

Rowan University
R
Glassboro, NJ

Rowan University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 19,535enrollment
  • $20,963net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1300SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance64%

Iona College
I
New Rochelle, NY

Iona College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#45 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,621enrollment
  • $28,827net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1210SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Applications Due Feb 15

CUNY City College
C
New York, NY

CUNY City College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 14,489enrollment
  • $5,181net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1260SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance58%

Applications Due Feb 1

SUNY College at Brockport
B
Brockport, NY

SUNY College at Brockport

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 6,424enrollment
  • $16,261net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1240SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 2.79Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due Aug 1

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
S
Shippensburg, PA

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

 

#10 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 5,162enrollment
  • $21,462net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 980-1210SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Siena College
S
Loudonville, NY

Siena College

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#35 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,648enrollment
  • $30,842net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1045-1270SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance73%

Applications Due Feb 15

SUNY College at Buffalo
B
Buffalo, NY

SUNY College at Buffalo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 6,445enrollment
  • $13,812net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 940-1178SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.84Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance88%

La Salle University
L
Philadelphia, PA

La Salle University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#34 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 4,049enrollment
  • $17,552net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1268SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance91%

PennWest California
P
California, PA

PennWest California

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

 

#20 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 6,509enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 940-1150SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT

Applications Due Aug 22

Arcadia University
A
Glenside, PA

Arcadia University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1200 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#38 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 3,026enrollment
  • $29,692net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1088-1320SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance65%

CUNY Brooklyn College
B
Brooklyn, NY

CUNY Brooklyn College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 14,195enrollment
  • $5,972net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1180SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance53%

Applications Due Feb 1