Texas Colleges for a 1190 on the SAT

What Texas colleges accept a 1190 SAT score?

These Texas colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1190 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 28 Texas colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1190 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 Texas colleges

Is a 1190 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1190 is a good score. It situates you in the top 74th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your 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 1190 score represents 74% of the total possible points. If a 1190 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 1190

Let's examine how a 1190 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1190 is 123 points (12%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1190 is 136 points (13%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1190 is 78 points (7%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1190 is 256 points (27%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1190 is 223 points (23%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1190 is 49 points (4%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1190 is 240 points (25%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1190 is 263 points (28%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1190 is 74 points (7%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1190 is 130 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1190 SAT score?

A 1190 on the SAT translates to a 24 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 1190 SAT score?

Scoring a 1190 on the SAT places you in the 74th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 74% 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 1,258,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 442,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 1190 SAT Colleges

Displaying 28 colleges where your 1190 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 93 target schools (good chance), 9 reach (harder) schools and 144 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Texas A & M University College Station
T
College Station, TX

Texas A & M University College Station

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

 

#21 Best Public Universities in America

  • 74,014enrollment
  • $20,375net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1390SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.68Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance53%

Applications Due Dec 1

Texas Tech University
T
Lubbock, TX

Texas Tech University

Public 4 Year

8 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 40,378enrollment
  • $17,896net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1280SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance68%

University of Houston
H
Houston, TX

University of Houston

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 46,700enrollment
  • $14,056net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1330SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance56%

Applications Due May 31

University of North Texas
N
Denton, TX

University of North Texas

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 44,767enrollment
  • $15,283net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.46Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Aug 1

The University of Texas at Dallas
T
Richardson, TX

The University of Texas at Dallas

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 31,570enrollment
  • $13,555net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1430SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.78Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due May 1

Texas Christian University
T
Fort Worth, TX

Texas Christian University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 12,273enrollment
  • $44,190net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.68Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance47%

Applications Due Feb 1

The University of Texas at Arlington
T
Arlington, TX

The University of Texas at Arlington

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 43,946enrollment
  • $14,262net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.43Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Jun 1

The University of Texas at San Antonio
T
San Antonio, TX

The University of Texas at San Antonio

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#21 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 34,393enrollment
  • $12,664net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1220SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Jun 1

University of Dallas
D
Irving, TX

University of Dallas

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

1290 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 2,328enrollment
  • $27,250net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1400SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.9Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Aug 1

Abilene Christian University
A
Abilene, TX

Abilene Christian University

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

1180 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 5,079enrollment
  • $28,978net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance68%

Applications Due Feb 15

Dallas Baptist University
D
Dallas, TX

Dallas Baptist University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 4,348enrollment
  • $27,607net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance95%

University of St Thomas
S
Houston, TX

University of St Thomas

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 3,588enrollment
  • $19,207net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1300SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Aug 15

University of Mary Hardin Baylor
M
Belton, TX

University of Mary Hardin Baylor

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#21 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 3,575enrollment
  • $31,197net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance98%

St. Mary's University
S
San Antonio, TX

St. Mary's University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 3,253enrollment
  • $21,379net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1220SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Jan 15

Austin College
A
Sherman, TX

Austin College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Texas

  • 1,182enrollment
  • $24,739net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1370SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance43%

Applications Due Jul 31

Southwestern University
S
Georgetown, TX

Southwestern University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 1,483enrollment
  • $31,014net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1355SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance39%

Applications Due Feb 1

Saint Edward's University
S
Austin, TX

Saint Edward's University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 3,470enrollment
  • $27,193net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1270SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.53Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance88%

The University of Texas at Tyler
T
Tyler, TX

The University of Texas at Tyler

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 9,322enrollment
  • $13,248net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1220SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Aug 24