Colleges for a 1490 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1490 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1490 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 159 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1490 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 U.S. colleges

Is a 1490 SAT good?

Yes, a score of 1490 is awesome. It situates you in the top 99th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your almost perfect 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 1490 score represents 93% of the total possible points. If a 1490 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 1490

Let's examine how a 1490 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1490 is 423 points (40%) higher than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1490 is 436 points (41%) higher than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1490 is 378 points (34%) higher than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1490 is 556 points (60%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1490 is 523 points (54%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1490 is 251 points (20%) higher than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1490 is 540 points (57%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1490 is 563 points (61%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1490 is 374 points (34%) higher than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1490 is 430 points higher than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1490 SAT score?

A 1490 on the SAT translates to a 34 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 1490 SAT score?

Scoring a 1490 on the SAT places you in the 99th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 99% 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 1,683,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 17,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 159 colleges where your 1490 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 369 target schools (good chance), 147 reach (harder) schools and 4,503 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Oberlin College
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Oberlin, OH

Oberlin College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1450 Average SAT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 2,992enrollment
  • $46,462net price
  • 35%acceptance rate
  • 1360-1530SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance43%

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Rochester Institute of Technology
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Rochester, NY

Rochester Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1360 Average SAT Score

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#22 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 16,615enrollment
  • $39,600net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1270-1450SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance84%

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Wesleyan University
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Middletown, CT

Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1420 Average SAT Score

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#19 Best Value Colleges in America

  • 3,253enrollment
  • $21,270net price
  • 14%acceptance rate
  • 1320-1510SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance21%

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Washington and Lee University
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Lexington, VA

Washington and Lee University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1470 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Virginia

  • 2,243enrollment
  • $24,733net price
  • 17%acceptance rate
  • 1410-1533SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.87Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance20%

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Skidmore College
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Saratoga Springs, NY

Skidmore College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1380 Average SAT Score

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#8 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,758enrollment
  • $33,389net price
  • 26%acceptance rate
  • 1300-1460SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.75Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance46%

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New Jersey Institute of Technology
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Newark, NJ

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1320 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 12,332enrollment
  • $17,762net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1450SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance82%

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Haverford College
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Haverford, PA

Haverford College

Private 4 Year

7 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Pennsylvania

  • 1,421enrollment
  • $23,476net price
  • 14%acceptance rate
  • 1430-1540SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.9Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance15%

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Reed College
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Portland, OR

Reed College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1410 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Oregon

  • 1,534enrollment
  • $33,106net price
  • 31%acceptance rate
  • 1320-1500SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance44%

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United States Military Academy
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West Point, New York

United States Military Academy

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1340 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 4,393enrollment
  • -net price
  • 12%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1450SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance24%

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Harvey Mudd College
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Claremont, CA

Harvey Mudd College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1520 Average SAT Score

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  • 922enrollment
  • $39,850net price
  • 13%acceptance rate
  • 1480-1560SAT range
  • 34-36ACT range
  • 3.96Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance8%

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Colby College
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Waterville, ME

Colby College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

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#11 Best Value Colleges in America

  • 2,299enrollment
  • $16,951net price
  • 8%acceptance rate
  • 1430-1540SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.86Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance8%

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Creighton University
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Omaha, NE

Creighton University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1310 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Nebraska

  • 8,397enrollment
  • $32,877net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1206-1420SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance90%

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Pratt Institute Main
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Brooklyn, NY

Pratt Institute Main

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1300 Average SAT Score

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#23 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 5,494enrollment
  • $47,326net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1430SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.86Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance72%

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Wellesley College
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Wellesley, MA

Wellesley College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

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#17 Best Colleges in America

  • 2,447enrollment
  • $21,362net price
  • 14%acceptance rate
  • 1430-1550SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.86Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance14%

Applications Due Jan 8

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Carleton College
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Northfield, MN

Carleton College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1490 Average SAT Score

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#1 Best Value in Minnesota

  • 2,059enrollment
  • $31,494net price
  • 17%acceptance rate
  • 1430-1550SAT range
  • 32-35ACT range
  • 3.9Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance17%

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Middlebury College
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Middlebury, VT

Middlebury College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1480 Average SAT Score

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#23 Best Value Colleges in America

  • 2,843enrollment
  • $22,181net price
  • 13%acceptance rate
  • 1425-1540SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.89Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance14%

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Claremont McKenna College
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Claremont, CA

Claremont McKenna College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1500 Average SAT Score

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#18 Best Colleges in America

  • 1,389enrollment
  • $28,701net price
  • 10%acceptance rate
  • 1440-1550SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.89Estimated Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance9%

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Fisk University
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HBCU
Nashville, TN

Fisk University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1270 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 1,055enrollment
  • $20,578net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1450SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 1490 SAT
Admission Chance84%

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FAQs

Is a 1490 a good SAT score?

Yes, a score of 1490 is awesome. The score puts you in the top 99th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1490 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1490 SAT score?

Harvard University, University of Florida and The University of Texas at Austin are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1490 SAT score.

What percentile is 1490 on the SAT?

A 1490 ranks in the top 99th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1490 SAT?

A 1490 converts to a 34 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 34 ACT score.