Colleges for a 890 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 890 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 890 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 161 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 890 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 890 SAT bad?

A score of 890 is in the lower quarter. It situates you in the bottom 21st percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your poor 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 890 score represents 56% of the total possible points. If a 890 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 890

Let's examine how a 890 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 890 is 177 points (17%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 890 is 164 points (16%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 890 is 222 points (20%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 890 is 44 points (5%) lower than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 890 is 77 points (8%) lower than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 890 is 349 points (28%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 890 is 60 points (6%) lower than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 890 is 37 points (4%) lower than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 890 is 226 points (20%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 890 is 170 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 890 SAT score?

A 890 on the SAT translates to a 16 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 890 SAT score?

Scoring a 890 on the SAT places you in the 21st percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 21% 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 357,000 students with only 1,343,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 161 colleges where your 890 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 450 target schools (good chance), 1,680 reach (harder) schools and 1,335 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

York College
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York, NE
 

York College

Private 4 Year

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960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 626enrollment
  • $17,835net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 800-1125SAT range
  • 14-27ACT range
  • 3.02Avg GPA
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Admission Chance50%

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Wilmington College
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Wilmington, OH
 

Wilmington College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#31 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,046enrollment
  • $24,528net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 850-1010SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Ottawa University Ottawa
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Ottawa, KS
 

Ottawa University Ottawa

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 953enrollment
  • $26,872net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 860-1100SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance69%

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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
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HBCU
Pine Bluff, AR

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Public 4 Year

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930 Average SAT Score

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 2,387enrollment
  • $9,959net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 805-1045SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
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Admission Chance65%

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Blackburn College
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Carlinville, IL

Blackburn College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 382enrollment
  • $21,575net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 888-1125SAT range
  • 16-24ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance49%

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King's University
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Van Nuys, TX
 

King's University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 532enrollment
  • $22,507net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 870-1130SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Jul 29

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Eastern New Mexico University Main Campus
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Portales, NM

Eastern New Mexico University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in New Mexico

  • 5,106enrollment
  • $8,702net price
  • 28%acceptance rate
  • 840-1100SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance21%

Applications Due Aug 24

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Mississippi University for Women
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Columbus, MS

Mississippi University for Women

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

 

#4 Best Public Universities in Mississippi

  • 2,339enrollment
  • $12,691net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 850-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
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Admission Chance98%

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Bethany College
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Lindsborg, KS
 

Bethany College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

950 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 744enrollment
  • $29,546net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 883-1020SAT range
  • 15-22ACT range
  • 3.16Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance52%

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Tougaloo College
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HBCU
Tougaloo, MS
 

Tougaloo College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 677enrollment
  • $13,718net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 790-1090SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 2.8Avg GPA
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Admission Chance44%

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Dickinson State University
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Dickinson, ND

Dickinson State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in North Dakota

  • 1,473enrollment
  • $14,971net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 875-1130SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.11Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance59%

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Marian University
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Fond Du Lac, WI
 

Marian University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 1,340enrollment
  • $25,394net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 800-1080SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.16Estimated Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance67%

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Rockford University
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Rockford, IL
 

Rockford University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#30 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,181enrollment
  • $25,047net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 840-1086SAT range
  • 12-20ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance46%

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Presentation College
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Aberdeen, SD
 

Presentation College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

990 Average SAT Score

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  • 615enrollment
  • $27,553net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 840-1130SAT range
  • 19-22ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
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Admission Chance68%

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Simpson College
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Indianola, IA

Simpson College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,151enrollment
  • $23,185net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 890-1280SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 15

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William Penn University
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Oskaloosa, IA
 

William Penn University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,473enrollment
  • $20,922net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 850-1080SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance48%

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Spalding University
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Louisville, KY

Spalding University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Kentucky

  • 1,532enrollment
  • $26,539net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 858-1105SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.87Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance97%

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Virginia Intermont College
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Bristol, Virginia
 

Virginia Intermont College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

990 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 549enrollment
  • $24,154net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 870-1100SAT range
  • 18-22ACT range
  • 3.1Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance97%

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FAQs

Is a 890 a good SAT score?

A score of 890 is in the lower quarter. The score puts you in the bottom 21st percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 890 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 890 SAT score?

California State University Los Angeles, Clark Atlanta University and Morgan State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 890 SAT score.

What percentile is 890 on the SAT?

A 890 ranks in the bottom 21st percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 890 SAT?

A 890 converts to a 16 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 16 ACT score.