Western Colleges for a 1190 on the SAT

What Western colleges accept a 1190 SAT score?

These Western 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 76 Western 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 Western 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 76 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 234 target schools (good chance), 78 reach (harder) schools and 366 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Northwest University
N
Kirkland, WA

Northwest University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1190 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Washington

  • 1,014enrollment
  • $23,722net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1320SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Aug 1

Fort Lewis College
F
Durango, CO

Fort Lewis College

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 3,400enrollment
  • $15,685net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1260SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Aug 1

Otis College of Art and Design
O
Los Angeles, CA

Otis College of Art and Design

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1250 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#23 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 1,312enrollment
  • $48,198net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1360SAT range
  • 20-29ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance78%

Westminster College
W
Salt Lake City, UT

Westminster College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Utah

  • 1,280enrollment
  • $27,068net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1166-1373SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance59%

George Fox University
G
Newberg, OR

George Fox University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Oregon

  • 4,028enrollment
  • $28,840net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1290SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Carroll College
C
Helena, MT

Carroll College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Montana

  • 1,168enrollment
  • $23,916net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1200SAT range
  • 13-29ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Feb 28

Whitworth University
W
Spokane, WA

Whitworth University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1230 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Washington

  • 2,415enrollment
  • $28,299net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1350SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Mar 1

Dominican University of California
D
San Rafael, CA

Dominican University of California

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#24 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 1,877enrollment
  • $49,907net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1088-1236SAT range
  • 23-25ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Linfield University
L
McMinnville, OR

Linfield University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Oregon

  • 1,754enrollment
  • $31,585net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1210SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Feb 1

Oregon Institute of Technology
O
Klamath Falls, OR
 

Oregon Institute of Technology

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 4,911enrollment
  • $17,283net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1255SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Sep 4

University of Alaska Fairbanks
A
Fairbanks, AK

University of Alaska Fairbanks

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1240 Average SAT Score

 

#1 Best Public Universities in Alaska

  • 6,607enrollment
  • $9,450net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1360SAT range
  • 17-27ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT

Applications Due Jun 15

Pacific Union College
P
Angwin, CA

Pacific Union College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 870enrollment
  • $21,841net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 990-1200SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.24Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance62%

William Jessup University
W
Rocklin, CA
 

William Jessup University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#25 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 1,624enrollment
  • $27,591net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance74%

Southern California Institute of Architecture
S
Los Angeles, CA

Southern California Institute of Architecture

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 507enrollment
  • $19,041net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Jan 15

Multnomah University
M
Portland, OR
 

Multnomah University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 608enrollment
  • $27,695net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1220SAT range
  • 16-28ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Aug 1

The College of Idaho
I
Caldwell, ID

The College of Idaho

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in Idaho

  • 1,082enrollment
  • $24,075net price
  • 46%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1240SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance53%

Applications Due Feb 15

Northwest Nazarene University
N
Nampa, ID

Northwest Nazarene University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Idaho

  • 1,778enrollment
  • $25,674net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Aug 15

Sierra Nevada University
S
Incline Village, NV

Sierra Nevada University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 631enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 920-1200SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.24Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1190 SAT