Midwestern Colleges for a 890 on the SAT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 890 SAT score?

These Midwestern 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 44 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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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List of 890 SAT Colleges

Displaying 44 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 123 target schools (good chance), 429 reach (harder) schools and 333 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary
C
Kansas City, MO
 

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 299enrollment
  • $14,897net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 870-1170SAT range
  • 15-24ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance49%

Mount Mary College
M
Milwaukee, WI
 

Mount Mary College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

990 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 1,198enrollment
  • $22,897net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 866-1123SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.13Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance57%

Mercy College of Ohio
M
Toledo, OH
 

Mercy College of Ohio

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

910 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#24 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,261enrollment
  • $14,564net price
  • 46%acceptance rate
  • 780-1030SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance44%

Methodist College of Nursing
M
Peoria, IL
 

Methodist College of Nursing

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 456enrollment
  • $35,578net price
  • 33%acceptance rate
  • 800-1160SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.95Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance26%

Applications Due Jul 23

Saint Mary of the Woods College
S
Saint Mary of the Woods, IN
 

Saint Mary of the Woods College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 1,147enrollment
  • $17,358net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 868-1052SAT range
  • 18-30ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Oak Hills Christian College
O
Bemidji, MN
 

Oak Hills Christian College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 102enrollment
  • $20,744net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 880-1000SAT range
  • 17-21ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT

VanderCook College of Music
V
Chicago, IL
 

VanderCook College of Music

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 263enrollment
  • $12,436net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 890-1160SAT range
  • 15-20ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT

Applications Due Apr 1

Governors State University
G
University Park, IL
 

Governors State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

950 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 4,427enrollment
  • $9,833net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 830-1060SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 890 SAT
Admission Chance49%

Applications Due Apr 1