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 Kingsville
T
Kingsville, TX

Texas A & M University Kingsville

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 6,092enrollment
  • $11,347net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 970-1210SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Aug 1

Texas A & M University Corpus Christi
T
Corpus Christi, TX

Texas A & M University Corpus Christi

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 10,778enrollment
  • $15,181net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 982-1200SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Jul 1

Concordia University Texas
C
Austin, TX

Concordia University Texas

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#25 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 1,863enrollment
  • $24,761net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1190SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Texas Lutheran University
T
Seguin, TX

Texas Lutheran University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 1,369enrollment
  • $21,442net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1220SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.9Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance95%

Houston Baptist University
H
Houston, TX

Houston Baptist University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 4,257enrollment
  • $19,515net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1230SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance88%

Hardin Simmons University
H
Abilene, TX

Hardin Simmons University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 1,765enrollment
  • $22,636net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1198SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance93%

LeTourneau University
L
Longview, TX

LeTourneau University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 3,536enrollment
  • $26,974net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1380SAT range
  • 20-29ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance42%

Texas A & M University Galveston
T
Galveston, Texas

Texas A & M University Galveston

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 2,034enrollment
  • -net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1270SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.44Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance56%

McMurry University
M
Abilene, TX

McMurry University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 1,237enrollment
  • $18,757net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1230SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance66%

Applications Due Aug 15

Lubbock Christian University
L
Lubbock, TX

Lubbock Christian University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 1,596enrollment
  • $23,551net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 940-1190SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Jun 1