Southeastern Colleges for a 1090 on the SAT

What Southeastern colleges accept a 1090 SAT score?

These Southeastern 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 238 Southeastern 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 Southeastern 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 238 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 723 target schools (good chance), 201 reach (harder) schools and 450 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Barton College
B
Wilson, NC
 

Barton College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,265enrollment
  • $23,443net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 970-1150SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance96%

University of Lynchburg
L
Lynchburg, VA

University of Lynchburg

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 2,394enrollment
  • $23,256net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1230SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Applications Due Sep 1

Ferrum College
F
Ferrum, VA

Ferrum College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 855enrollment
  • $25,558net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 900-1110SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.14Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Sep 15

Western Kentucky University
W
Bowling Green, KY

Western Kentucky University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 16,493enrollment
  • $12,625net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 980-1170SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Aug 1

Charleston Southern University
C
Charleston, SC

Charleston Southern University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 3,418enrollment
  • $17,536net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 940-1170SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.24Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Bridgewater College
B
Bridgewater, VA

Bridgewater College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,421enrollment
  • $19,332net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due May 1

Murray State University
M
Murray, KY

Murray State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 9,479enrollment
  • $11,042net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 965-1190SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Piedmont College
P
Demorest, GA

Piedmont College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 1,843enrollment
  • $18,792net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 990-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Jul 15

Life University
L
Marietta, GA

Life University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 2,753enrollment
  • $28,226net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 830-1117SAT range
  • 17-19ACT range
  • 3.11Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance99%

William Peace University
W
Raleigh, NC

William Peace University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 713enrollment
  • $23,041net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1033-1151SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance62%

Southern Virginia University
S
Buena Vista, VA

Southern Virginia University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,053enrollment
  • $23,274net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 900-1250SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.19Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance99%

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
A
Tifton, GA

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 3,647enrollment
  • $7,260net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 890-1100SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 2.85Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance78%

University of Montevallo
M
Montevallo, AL

University of Montevallo

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 2,586enrollment
  • $17,421net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance61%

Applications Due Aug 15

Arkansas State University Main Campus
A
Jonesboro, AR

Arkansas State University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 13,190enrollment
  • $12,011net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 980-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance70%

Georgetown College
G
Georgetown, KY

Georgetown College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

 

#6 Best Private Colleges in Kentucky

  • 1,548enrollment
  • $15,152net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1230SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance67%

Regent University
R
Virginia Beach, VA

Regent University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 10,337enrollment
  • $17,341net price
  • 32%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1250SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.34Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance26%

Applications Due Aug 1

Northwood University Florida
N
West Palm Beach, Florida
 

Northwood University Florida

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 664enrollment
  • $16,764net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 900-1090SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.13Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Brevard College
B
Brevard, NC

Brevard College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 759enrollment
  • $24,220net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 965-1155SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
Your 1090 SAT
Admission Chance45%