Colleges for a 900 on the SAT

What colleges can I apply to with a SAT score of 900?

With a 900 on the SAT, these colleges are a good match for your score

Looking at the most recent published freshman class SAT scores for all U.S. colleges, we've found 152 schools where submitting a 900 with your college application places you around the middle SAT score range of admitted students' average SAT scores. They represent the most popular schools where you will be a competitive applicant and those which have historically accepted a 900 SAT score. You can view your reach schools and safety schools by using the admission chance filter. Keep in mind, a SAT score alone won't get you admitted. It's equally important to have the GPA that the college is expecting for incoming students.

Is a 900 a good SAT score?

A score of 900 is in the lower quarter. It places you in the bottom 22nd percentile nationally out of the 1.7 million test takers of the SAT entrance exam. The score indicates you've done a poor job answering the questions on the Math and Evidence-Based Reading & Writing sections of the test. Since your score is on the lower end of the range, consider taking a test prep course and re-taking the SAT to see if you can do better.

What is the ACT equivalent to a 900 SAT score?

For comparison purposes, a 900 on the SAT converts to a 16 on the ACT based on the College Board / ACT concordance. Not all colleges report both SAT and ACT score admission data so you should check our comparable listings for both standardized tests to find academically similar schools.

What colleges can I get into?

Here are some of the top ranked colleges which have historically accepted students in this test score range. Scroll down further to explore, search, sort and filter the full list.

Best ranked colleges for a 900 SAT score
CollegeAverage SAT
Judson University990
Hiram College1010
McKendree University1060
Washington Adventist University930
Saint Thomas Aquinas College1030
Life University1010
Gallaudet University920
Concordia College New York990
College of Saint Elizabeth990
St. Thomas University990
Southwest Baptist University1030
Mayville State University1070
Wayland Baptist University970
North Greenville University1060
Coker College1070
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List of 900 SAT Colleges

Displaying 152 colleges where your 900 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), 1,968 reach (harder) schools and 978 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

California State University Los Angeles
C
Los Angeles, CA
California State University Los Angeles

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

990 Average SAT

#25 Best Public Universities in California

  • 28,036enrollment
  • $3,255net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 890-1080SAT range
  • 15-20ACT range
  • 3.18Avg GPA
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Admission Chance36%
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Alabama State University
A
HBCU
Montgomery, AL
Alabama State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

950 Average SAT

#12 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 4,413enrollment
  • $13,476net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 880-1020SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 2.89Avg GPA
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Admission Chance96%
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Texas Southern University
T
HBCU
Houston, TX
Texas Southern University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

920 Average SAT

#27 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 9,732enrollment
  • $14,540net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 840-1000SAT range
  • 15-18ACT range
  • 2.96Avg GPA
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Admission Chance90%
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Virginia State University
V
HBCU
Petersburg, VA
Virginia State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

920 Average SAT

#13 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 4,385enrollment
  • $18,034net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 830-1010SAT range
  • 15-20ACT range
  • 2.8Avg GPA
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Admission Chance94%
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Savannah State University
S
HBCU
Savannah, GA
Savannah State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

970 Average SAT

#10 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 4,077enrollment
  • $9,557net price
  • 33%acceptance rate
  • 900-1030SAT range
  • 16-19ACT range
  • 2.74Avg GPA
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Admission Chance22%
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Prairie View A & M University
P
HBCU
Prairie View, TX
Prairie View A & M University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

960 Average SAT

#26 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 9,516enrollment
  • $13,460net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 870-1040SAT range
  • 16-20ACT range
  • 3.02Avg GPA
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Admission Chance74%
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North Carolina Central University
N
HBCU
Durham, NC
North Carolina Central University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

970 Average SAT

#15 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 8,207enrollment
  • $13,755net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 890-1050SAT range
  • 17-19ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
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Admission Chance57%
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Winston Salem State University
W
HBCU
Winston-Salem, NC
Winston Salem State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

960 Average SAT

#11 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 5,190enrollment
  • $11,783net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 890-1030SAT range
  • 16-19ACT range
  • 3.15Avg GPA
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Admission Chance57%
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Tuskegee University
T
HBCU
Tuskegee, AL
Tuskegee University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

990 Average SAT

#4 Best Private Colleges in Alabama

  • 3,026enrollment
  • $33,420net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 880-1098SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
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Admission Chance41%
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Alabama A & M University
A
HBCU
Normal, AL
Alabama A & M University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

930 Average SAT

#13 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 6,106enrollment
  • $14,604net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 840-1010SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 2.88*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance91%
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Columbus State University
C
Columbus, GA
Columbus State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

980 Average SAT

#9 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 8,076enrollment
  • $11,361net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 860-1100SAT range
  • 18-22ACT range
  • 3.15Avg GPA
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Admission Chance73%
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Norfolk State University
N
HBCU
Norfolk, VA
Norfolk State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

950 Average SAT

#14 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 5,204enrollment
  • $12,645net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 860-1040SAT range
  • 15-21ACT range
  • 2.92Avg GPA
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Admission Chance90%
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Fort Valley State University
F
HBCU
Fort Valley, GA
Fort Valley State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

910 Average SAT

#12 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 2,776enrollment
  • $13,075net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 850-960SAT range
  • 16-18ACT range
  • 2.97*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance51%
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South Carolina State University
S
HBCU
Orangeburg, SC
South Carolina State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

920 Average SAT

#12 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 3,022enrollment
  • $20,007net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 840-990SAT range
  • 15-17ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
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Admission Chance64%
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Adams State College
A
Alamosa, CO
Adams State College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

990 Average SAT

#10 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 3,110enrollment
  • $13,383net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 890-1090SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA
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Admission Chance98%
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Jackson State University
J
HBCU
Jackson, MS
Jackson State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

980 Average SAT

#6 Best Public Universities in Mississippi

  • 7,250enrollment
  • $14,050net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 883-1080SAT range
  • 17-21ACT range
  • 2.93Avg GPA
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Admission Chance58%
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Bowling Green State University Main Campus
B
Bowling Green, OH
Bowling Green State University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

990 Average SAT

#8 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 17,540enrollment
  • $17,427net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 880-1100SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
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Admission Chance62%
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Bowie State University
B
HBCU
Bowie, MD
Bowie State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

950 Average SAT

#7 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 6,320enrollment
  • $14,321net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 860-1030SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 2.98*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance75%
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FAQs

Is a 900 a good SAT score?

A score of 900 is in the lower quarter. The score puts you in the bottom 22nd percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 900 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 900 SAT score?

California State University Los Angeles, Alabama State University and Texas Southern University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 900 SAT score.

What percentile is 900 on the SAT?

A 900 ranks in the bottom 22nd percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 900 SAT?

A 900 converts to a 16 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 16 ACT score.